Banks-Gannaway Dining Hall Renovation Concept

The Banks-Gannaway Hall renovation reimagines the heart of campus dining and student life. The expanded dining hall increases seating capacity, improves circulation, and introduces a new servery layout—while transforming Poe Garden into a bright, central courtyard that enhances the indoor-outdoor connection.

Upstairs, the second floor is redesigned as a dynamic Student Commons, offering a café, lounge areas, gaming zones, and flexible gathering space for both day and boarding students. With updated kitchens, improved back-of-house functionality, and a seamless link to Box Plaza, the renovated facility strengthens community and supports a vibrant, inclusive student experience.