The Hub makes a contemporary architectural statement with an exposed concrete frame, expansive high-performance glass, and a steel shade canopy. ©2017 Feinkopf Photography / Brad Feinkopf

The Hub’s expansive use of high-performance glass allows for transparency, while the steel shade canopy responds to the local climate. ©2017 Feinkopf Photography / Brad Feinkopf

Visual unity throughout the Hub Dining concepts is achieved through consistent flooring, an exposed structural concept, and simple geometries. ©2017 Feinkopf Photography / Brad Feinkopf

The Hub is the heart of student life activity for the Clemson University Douthit Hills Development. ©2017 Feinkopf Photography / Brad Feinkopf

Surrounded by student activity spaces on three public levels, the entrance, stair, and circulation cores are painted orange for visual connections and a nod to school spirit. ©2017 Feinkopf Photography / Brad Feinkopf

The Hub was sited to optimize the opportunity for future photovoltaic installation on its roof, and allows the primary elevation to address the street. ©2017 Feinkopf Photography / Brad Feinkopf

The Hub Dining's cohesive look is enhanced through different concepts, such as a custom waterfall built-in bar with a linear pendant centered above. ©2017 Feinkopf Photography / Brad Feinkopf

The student wellness and recreation center features natural daylight to permeate deep into the building while extensive sun shading and high-performance glazing minimizes solar glare. ©2017 Feinkopf Photography / Brad Feinkopf