Construction Begins on University of North Carolina at Charlotte’s New Residence Hall

Initially delayed in 2020, construction has restarted on the University of North Carolina at Charlotte’s new six-story student housing building, Moore Hall (Phase XVI).

Built by New Atlantic Contracting and designed by KWK Architects and Architect-of-Record Jenkins Peer Architects, the 147,000-square-foot residence hall will replace the old Moore and Sanford Hall towers (built in 1970 and 1969) to complete the upper south village residential quad and provide a direct pathway to the South Village Dining Hall.

The project team worked closely with university administrators to design the new hall with the first-year student in mind. The building’s design includes traditional double rooms for up to 692 residents and their resident advisors. Resident rooms are supported by shared bathrooms for more privacy, with lounges and study rooms on each floor. The design also includes a community kitchen, laundry room, gaming area and office and living space for Housing and Residence Life staff.

The new complex was also designed using LEED or Green Globes elements, and its exterior design reflects the existing architectural style on campus. The new hall is expected to open in August 2023.