Health Science Building
Western Piedmont Community College
The Health Science Building at Western Piedmont Community College brings a much-needed, state-of-the-art facility to help meet the demands of the rapidly growing medical profession in the Burke County area.
The $3.3-million, 17,000 SF, two-story facility houses new labs, classrooms and offices for the nursing, medical technology and medical assisting programs, replacing older spaces that, for some, date back 40 years.
Key features of the building include a tiered classroom designed for nursing, a student commons area filled with abundant natural light and seating, and a high-tech Medical Laboratory Technology classroom that serves the only program of its kind between Asheville and Charlotte.
The program was determined by prioritizing components from a much larger, ideal program which far exceeded the funds available for construction. This was achieved through a collaborative effort of the designer, building committee and user groups.
The Health Science Building successfully addresses a critical need for Western Piedmont’s expanding Allied Health and Science programs. It completes the tight site that was available, complementing the adjacent 1960s campus buildings with its use of brick and precast concrete.
"This project offered no surprises, due to excellent communications and dedication from the Pease team, who was with us every step of the way. . . There was excellent cooperation between WPCC, the architect and general contractor. "
Malone McNeely
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Western Piedmont Community College
