Massachusetts Institute of Technology Schwarzman College of Computing

Cambridge, Massachusetts
United States

The Schwarzman College of Computing was designed to support the rapidly growing student body and expanding research needs in fields ranging from artificial intelligence to the social and ethical aspects of computing. The design team’s goal was to create a forward-thinking, welcoming environment that contrasts with its traditional campus surroundings, while embodying MIT’s innovation and sustainability values.

The lighting design reflects the building’s clean, modern aesthetic, seamlessly integrating fixtures into architectural elements like the TechZone panels in pre-function and public spaces. Custom faceplates and strategically placed luminaires provide vertical illumination, highlighting warm wooden ceilings and turning the building into a glowing beacon at night. In lab and circulation areas, continuous linear lighting with rounded corners guides students through the space, supporting wayfinding and creating a sense of continuity between spaces.

• Architectural Lighting
• Custom Luminaires
• Sustainable Design
• Higher Education