University Club
Originally the Administration/Science Building
Constructed: | c.1909 |
Architects/Builder: | D.W. Millard/Harvey D. Patton |
Historic Use: | Administration; Classroom |
Present Use: | University Club; Offices |
Style: | Richardson Romanesque |
National Register Status: | Listed |
Location on Campus |
The entire building had undergone restoration/rehabilitation treatment in 1990’s. The work included extensive renovation of building interiors and removal of 1950’s fire stair and restroom addition on the main façade.
The Science Building is the most intact academic building over 50 years old on the ASU Campus. Considering the changes in function (Administration, Science, English, ROTC, Art) and the inappropriate addition to the west façade (removed), the basic integrity of the building exterior is high. This building is also important for its location, forming the east side of the historic quad of the Teachers College. The Old Main building forms the south side.
This building is a fine example of the Richardson Romanesque style with its brick construction; mansard roof and copper shingles. The stone sills at the openings are also character-defining elements of the style. With most of its exterior features intact, this building provides a positive and prominent contribution to the historic district of ASU with high visibility from University Drive.