Extending a School to Provide New Learning Spaces

We overcame the gas challenges by running the piping on the exterior of the building, avoiding internal constraints completely. To address the humidity sensitivity of the gym’s new maple wood floors, we added a sensible energy wheel air handling unit (AHU), which captures the correct temperature of air needed to maintain precise humidity control throughout every season. We phased the project’s construction to accommodate the school’s schedule, thereby minimizing learning disruption. With the addition, we increased security measures and provided new electrical distribution to support LED lighting, thereby increasing efficiency. Ultimately the school received new learning environments, including a brand-new gym, cafeteria, kitchen, restrooms, concessions, classrooms, and computer lab.