Michael Olszewski, a Moore professor of textiles and fibers, handpicked its threads. The school has already hired someone to market the hall and has it booked for fundraisers, corporate mixers and wedding receptions. Many details of the renovations were driven by pragmatism. Corridors and studios are commonly lined in Homasote, a cushy building material that can be used like paneling. This allows students to pin fashion patterns and art work all over the place.
Computers rest on over-sized tables designed specifically for graphics work.
Rows of stainless steel sinks dot each floor to make cleaning paint brushes and other art tools easier. Scandura created changing rooms for the models frequently needed to pose for drawing and sculpture students. Remstein and Scandura save Moore's new boardroom in Wilson Hall for the last stop on the tour. Its original wood paneling has been restained a rich hue of cherry. A simple long black table and red chairs do nothing to detract from the dazzling view of Logan Circle's beautiful fountain and landscaping, four stories below.