Doyle Hall Goes Green

A new era has begun for 49-year-old Doyle Hall, formerly one of the oldest residence halls at St. Edward's University. Recently completed renovations to Doyle resulted in a new two-story addition that visually links to neighboring Premont Hall, three new classrooms, 50 faculty offices, a revamped psychology lab, a new shaded outdoor walkway and a coffee shop. The facility houses the School of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the Offices of Human Resources and Auxiliary Services.

The preservation of Doyle Hall not only secures its place in our campus history. It honors our commitment to environmental stewardship — a tenet of our Holy Cross heritage. Sustainable design principles are at play throughout the renovation.

Old Walls Get New Life

Old Walls Get New Life
Most of the shell and interior walls are reused, saving resources and cutting down on waste in the landfill.

Heat Gets Bounced

Heat Gets Bounced
A white roof reflects heat away from the building, reducing energy consumption.

Waste Not

Waste Not
Construction waste such as steel, copper, aluminum, brick and concrete are recycled through salvage yards, keeping waste out of the landfills.

Glass with Class

Glass with Class
New double-pane, "low -emissivity" tinted windows help control heat transfer and save energy.

Super-Green Landscape

Super-Green Landscape
Existing trees are kept in place alongside hardy plants that need little water. Recycled materials such as decomposed granite and hardwood mulch are used in the landscaping.

Roof-Raising Savings

Roof-Raising Savings
New roof insulation helps conserve interior heating and cooling, saving energy.

Building Up, Not Out

Building Up, Not Out
New two-story addition uses less land area, leaving more natural landscape free to absorb rain and support plants.

Smart Utilities

Smart Utilities
Energy-efficient lighting, heating, ventilation and cooling are used throughout. Smart sensors turn off lights automatically when people have left the building.

Toxins Tossed Out

Toxins Tossed Out
Low-toxin paint, sealants and adhesives are used throughout the renovation.

Cool Shades

Cool Shades
Sun-shade panels shield windows and a new outdoor walkway from the Texas sun.