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Bennet Dunkley

Job Title: Principal

Expertise: Education

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About

Bennet Dunkley, AIA LEED AP, RIBA is a Principal in the New York office at HLW. With 30 years of expertise across diverse building types, Bennet leads HLW’s education sector, championing innovative design approaches for academic projects. As Managing Director of HLW’s New York office, Bennet drives strategic growth, ensuring financial stability and operational efficiency. Bennet’s dual citizenship and memberships in RIBA and AIA reflect his global perspective.

Projects

All Work
Modern interior juxtaposing historical stone walls with glass partitions, sleek black metal frames, and a sunlit atrium. Elegantly crafted stairs and tiered seating areas facilitate flow and interaction, complemented by geometric floor patterns that enhance the space's contemporary yet timeless ambiance.

Fordham University McShane Campus Center

Bronx, NY

Modern laboratory interior featuring rows of sleek, white workstation benches with integrated shelving. Overhead, exposed ductwork contrasts with linear lighting fixtures, and green floor markings guide traffic flow, reflecting a functional yet aesthetically clean design.

Columbia University Taub Institute

New York, NY

Modern educational building featuring clean lines, expansive glass facade for natural lighting, and aluminum composite panels. Landscaped with young trees and pedestrian pathways, the design encourages student engagement and environmental harmony.

Hofstra University Science and Innovation Center

Hempstead, NY

Modern corridor with clean lines, featuring wood-accented alcoves, teal and blue furnishing, and efficient LED lighting guiding the way. The design merges functionality with comforting aesthetics to ease navigation and enhance patient comfort.

Fordham University Lowenstein Hall

New York, NY

Written by Bennet

Modern open-plan workspace featuring a central communal table with overhead linear pendant lighting. Individuals work at spaced intervals, surrounded by wood-paneled walls and exposed ceiling infrastructure, which provides an industrial yet refined aesthetic.

Higher Education in the Time of COVID