We are proud to share that Architectural Record is featuring the Class of 1986 Fitness and Wellness Center at Princeton University in its latest issue.
The team led by DIGSAU and MJMA Architecture & Design developed a concept to renovate and expand the storied Dillon Gymnasium through a deeply integrated design process from concept through construction. The project is rooted in remarkable campus history: the original University Gymnasium, built in 1903, was lost to a devastating fire that destroyed not only the building but also irreplaceable sports memorabilia and trophies.
Completed in 1947 as its successor, the Dillon Gym became a defining Collegiate Gothic landmark. The recently transformed facility continues this legacy, preserving fire‑blackened walls and replicating the architectural character of the original. Its 98‑foot tower, constructed from Princeton’s signature argillite fieldstones with distinctive quoining, anchors the project at the top of a steep rise in the center of campus.
Princeton University is experiencing an unprecedented era of growth—welcoming more students and expanding its campus with new facilities that support wellness, community, and innovation. We are excited to contribute to this progress. Another recently completed Transsolar project at Princeton University is the Frist Health Center, further supporting Princeton’s commitment to sustainable, resilient, and human‑centered environments. We are honored to partner with Princeton on projects that shape the future of their campus.