the eatery : the university of pittsburgh, pittsburgh, pa
Client: University of Pittsburgh
The Eatery, The University of Pittsburgh’s largest dining facility, was transformed into an industry-leading dining facility, boasting ten independent concepts and modern integrations designed to offer an unparalleled dining experience. The renovation was completed in a phased construction approach with The Eatery continuing to be open for service. Dining concepts went offline and were reactivated in segments throughout the 2023-2024 academic year.
The University of Pittsburgh and Chartwells, their food service provider, conducted surveys to understand the experiences that students are looking for. These new dining concepts offer made-to-order menu items, making The Eatery feel like a modern, fast-casual restaurant galley trending in urban areas rather than a traditional dining hall. The enhanced Eatery was designed with community in mind. Seating arrangements foster an environment for students to gather, socialize, study, and enjoy a meal. Pop-up installations allow for game-day watch parties, movie nights, karaoke, and interactive Teaching Kitchens hosted by the university.
PWWG partnered with the interior design firm, Design Agency, to create distinct dining destinations throughout the space which had its last comprehensive renovation in 2006. PWWG also led the design for a new entrance off busy Forbes Avenue to encourage a larger, more public, clientele.
Size
71,290 SF
Construction Cost
$ 27M w/ FF&E
Firm Responsibility
Facility Master Planning
Code Review
Architectural Design
Contract Documents
Contract Administration
Completion Date
Summer 2024
Collaborators
MEP Engineering
Barton Associates
Structural Engineering
Atlantic Engineering Services
Food Service Design
Next Step Design
Interior Design
Design Agency
Cost Estimating
M3CM Consulting