"Designing the Sustainable Engineering Lab(SEL) at UMass: A Return to Campus," a Zube Lecture Presented by James Royce

About the Talk

The design for the proposed Sustainable Engineering Lab(SEL) at UMass had to consider many critical factors and balance several project goals: site design, campus planning, accessibility, on-site stormwater management, budget, projections of climate change, durability and next-generation sustainability. Programming was developed for both the College of Engineering as well as the overall student and faculty population. This presentation will discuss the design considerations, review process and many challenges in the development of the University’s future world-class laboratory.

About the Speaker

James Royce is a registered landscape architect, LEED AP, and accredited green roof professional. With a background in environmental science and site engineering, James leads Studio 2112’s technical efforts, sustainable design and development of institutional projects. A UMass LARP alumnus, James was formerly a Senior Associate at Stephen Stimson Associates and spent two years working in the field of landscape architecture in Europe.

James’ research interests lie in stormwater management within site design and the metrics of performance-based landscapes. Outside the office James enjoys spending time with his kids, mountain biking, motorcycle touring and the never-ending search for the right groove on his drums.