A New Dormitory at The Hun School of Princeton: 1992 Hall

Photos by Don Pearse Photographers

We are pleased to announce the recent completion of a new dormitory at the Hun School of Princeton, 1992 Hall. CRD served as Design-Builder in partnership with Clarke Caton Hintz Architects, DCI Engineers, and McHugh Engineering Associates.

Replacing the existing outdated dormitory, the new 41,000 sqft facility now serves as the primary residence hall for the school’s boarding program, providing housing for 114 students and 12 faculty families.

CRD was involved from the earliest planning stages, navigating approvals, community concerns, and municipal requirements. The project required full demolition of the existing dormitory and extensive site preparation due to unsuitable soils. Further, the tight campus site—with mature trees, adjacent facilities, and limited staging space—required careful sequencing and logistics to avoid disruptions.

Key spaces include 60 dorm rooms, 9 lounges with kitchenettes, 12 faculty apartments, and 3 outdoor courtyards. Despite challenges with long-lead materials and an aggressive schedule, CRD completed the project in 14 months, allowing the school to welcome students in time for the start of the 2025 academic year.

We are pleased to share that this project marks our third successful project with The Hun School—and that the dormitory was recognized with an excellence award in the Associated Builders and Contractors New Jersey Chapter's 2025 Excellence in Construction Awards competition. Thoughtfully designed and built for comfort, efficiency, and community, 1992 Hall will provide a vibrant home for generations of Hun School students for years to come.