General Research Z-24 Building – UGA 4607 (1974, Category 4). The General Research Building Z-24 is a late modern-style structure constructed of dark tan brick and white concrete. Previously known as the Plant Science Building, it is located to the southwest of the H. H. Tift and Animal and Diary Science Buildings. It is accessed from Rainwater Road as well as Plant Science Drive. A parking area serving the building is located to its south. Foundation plantings edge the entrances, which are reached via concrete walks. Pine trees are planted around the building and enhance the landscape character.
The General Research Building is a large rectangular structure. One story in height, the articulation of its exterior facade masks its overall size. Portions of the building are cantilevered and appear to be floating due to the recessed structure of its base. The exterior walls of the cantilevered section are composed of a wide white cast-concrete band at the roof line and a narrow concrete band at the floor level that frame window openings broken by vertical brick panels. The expression of the brick panels set over the continuous top and bottom concrete bands creates a distinctive appearance in which the dark glass windows also read as a continuous horizontal band.
The General Research Building is a good example of mid-1970s architecture.
