Seneca Nation of Indians

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Allegany, New York

$30 Mil. USD

Completed 2011 

This facility was designed by way of Seneca Nation participation through workshops involving all personnel with individual community members as well. With a proud heritage and history, the goal was to reinterpret Seneca Culture in a modern, authentic and respectful manner. The outcome of this shared vision presents the following features: ​

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• A Council Chamber incorporating the 13 phases of the moon

• A landscaped terrace and green roof

• Maximum incorporation of indigenous species

• An outdoor gathering circle paying homage to Veterans

• A site presence that establishes a campus feel

• A facility layout of Four Directions providing organizational structure

• A scenic, multi-purpose grand hall on a north- south axis

• A democratic vertical organization of services for public convenience

• An inspired north office face that is set amongst mature trees

• Maximum incorporation of warm, natural materials

• A main entrance stylized window depiction of The Evergrowing Tree