Old West

William Nichols, one of the first trained architects to work in North Carolina, designed the Old West dormitory. It matched the university’s first residence hall, Old East. Nichols added a story to Old East to make it the same height as Old West. In 1844, architect Alexander J. Davis lengthened the building and on its north end attached a façade with windows and pilasters.

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Hall Details

• Year Built: 1823
• Hall Population: 69
• Elevator: Yes
• Fire Safety: Smoke detectors, alarms and sprinkler system
• Resident Advisors: 2
• Amenities: study rooms, kitchen and ice machine, laundry, TV room, lounges, vending machines
• Laundry: Old West 1st floor
• For Facility Updates please visit our webpage for all completed residence hall facility projects.

Room Details

• Average Room Measurements: 12' x 14'
• Window Measurements: First Floor: 84" x 44", Second Floor: 64" x 44", Third Floor: 56" x 44"
• Window Coverings: Horizontal blinds
• Air-Conditioning: Central A/C in all rooms
• Furniture: Movable dressers, desks and study chairs. Movable beds may be bunked or lofted; no self-built lofts permitted.
• Closet: Closet with door
• Mattress Size: 80" long, 36" wide, 6" deep