Sierra College New Instructional Building

Rocklin, CA

This new two-story facility, Building Q, at the Sierra College Rocklin Campus was designed to meet both the instructional and social needs of the student body. The facility can accommodate more than 1,000 students and 60 percent of the classes offered by the campus. With the college's Art Departments in mind, the interior houses classrooms, art studios for 2-D and 3-D applied arts and fashion, lecture halls, computer labs, dedicated gallery spaces, and offices for staff. Several classrooms feature interactive whiteboards and other technology to support transitions between in-person and remote instruction. Aside from instruction, Building Q offers students lounge and collaborative areas and a small cafe to encourage students to remain on campus and connect with their peers. The project won a 2024 Award of Distinction from the DBIA Western Pacific Region.

Quick Facts

  • Size: 79,000 SF
  • Architect: HMC Architects
  • Construction Cost: $49,000,000
  • Contractor: Balfour Beatty Construction

Awards

  • 2024 DBIA Western Pacific Region - Award of Distinction

Photo Credit: David Wakely Photography