Bradfield Hall, Brutalist building at Cornell University in Ithaca, United States.
Bradfield Hall is a robust brutalist structure on the Cornell campus with stark concrete surfaces and geometric forms. The eleven-story structure contains windowless laboratories with specialized climate control systems, with hallways featuring windows at both ends for natural light.
The building was completed in 1969 and was part of a major expansion phase at Cornell University. Its completion marked an increase in research facilities during a period of academic growth at the institution.
The building houses several academic departments focused on agricultural and environmental sciences that carry out research here daily. These specialized fields shape how the space is used and create a focused scientific environment.
The building is freely accessible on the campus, but most laboratory spaces are restricted to authorized users. Visitors should expect that many interior areas are limited and should check in advance which sections are open to the public.
The top floor houses a climate research center operated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. This specialized facility takes advantage of the building's elevated position for its monitoring and research work.
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