May 8, 2015, 7:55 am – 12:00 pm
Tour A:
Snohomish HS – NAC Architecture
8:25 am – 8:55 am
Snohomish School District
1316 5th St.,
Snohomish, WA 98290
1500 students, grades 9-12
255,200 SF
$82,474,106
May 2013
The stunning transformation of Snohomish High School (SHS), from a hodgepodge of 13 buildings built between 1938 and 1999 into a coherent and cohesive campus, is the story of the Snohomish community coming together to support a school bond in 2004 that included the redevelopment of SHS. Never having passed a bond greater than $30M, the Snohomish community supported a bond for over $140M to build a new high school, elementary and redevelop SHS. The success of the bond and of the SHS project is the story of thorough and open communication, a community involved in planning, and the dedication to rebuilding an important community amenity in the middle of Snohomish.
Snohomish High School’s redevelopment is of interest on many fronts: the multiphase GCCM project was executed during a time of hyperinflation in the construction market; the school was occupied throughout its 4 phase development; phasing was in part predicated on when portions of the existing campus were eligible for state funding; about half of the 250,000 SF campus was replaced with the remaining portions modernized; the campus was reorganized to improve control and way finding; a cohesive architectural language was used that unifies the campus while respecting historic elements; the school was reconfigured to allow it to be used in several educational configurations; “Snohomish Way”, the vacated alley that is the center of the campus, was redeveloped into a paved and landscaped passageway that unifies the school and becomes the center of student life and a community amenity.
Snohomish High School’s rejuvenation story is multifaceted and compelling, and the planning and architecture which resulted from the effort create a holistic educational environment for students and staff. The campus has been transformed and so has the experience of education.
Snohomish Aquatic Center – Dull Olson Weekes/IBI Group
9:00 am – 9:30 am
Snohomish School District
516 Maple Avenue,
Snohomish WA 98290
1,150 occupants
52,000 SF
$22M
January 2014
The new Aquatic Center provides the Snohomish School District with a facility for its students to train and participate in a competitive swim program, as well as an environment to engage with the city and community. The building contains two separate natatoriums which are linked together through a window wall, creating a transparent connection between spaces. This connectivity extends to the environment beyond, with extensive perimeter clerestory windows, view glazing and skylights. The facility features saline water pools, offices, locker rooms, café, reception, and event spaces.
The center was designed to be versatile and accessible to the community. The competitive pool serves two high schools and has spectator seating for over 400 people. The recreational pool, slide and surf simulator machine provide a multiple activities for citizens of all ages. The facility offers learn-to-swim classes to help promote water safety for its residents, which is critical in this area surrounded by rivers and lakes.
The site created a challenge for the team as it was the home of an existing district structure. This existing building is on a plateau approximately 15’ higher than the playfields, the original proposed location of the center. Placing the center in this location would’ve required 10 - 15’ of peat removal and structural fill replacement, adding additional expense. The team solved this by removing part of the original building, connecting the center to the existing building with the installation of a firewall and situating the center prominently off of the main road, on the plateau. This reduced site costs, provided significant visibility and a welcoming entrance.
Another challenge for the team was reducing operational costs to ensure the facility’s economic self-sufficiency. Part of this solution is accomplished by the sustainable aspects of the building, including heat recovery systems, energy efficient plumbing fixtures and light sensors.
Awards
Learning By Design, Spring 2015, Specialized Educational /Facility/Voc-Ed Outstanding Project Award / American School & University, Architectural Portfolio, Sports Stadiums/Athletic Facilities Citation Award 2014 / Masonry Institute of Washington, Design Awards, Concrete Masonry Design Merit Award 2014 / Masonry Institute of Washington, Design Awards, Government & Civic Honor Award 2014.
Valley View Middle School – Dykeman Architects
9:45 am – 10:15 am
Snohomish School District
14308 Broadway Avenue,
Snohomish, WA 98296
950 students, grades 7-8
167,000 SF
$60,300,000
September 2012
Targeting the Living Building Challenge, the campus is designed to be the most sustainable public middle school in the country. The first strategy in attaining net zero was to reduce the energy demand. The building systems have been modeled to achieve 22EUI (kbtu/sf/year), without any photovoltaic offset, which is about 1/3 of the average Washington State middle school currently operating and less than 50% of current code.
This is accomplished with increased roof and wall insulation and triple-pane insulated glazing as well as utilizing 90% efficient air to air heat exchangers and low velocity displacement air delivery is provided in all teaching spaces. Efficiently designed north- facing teaching spaces provide adequate natural lighting throughout the school-year, further reducing artificial lighting energy demand. The campus is also designed to accept a 900 kW roof-top solar array.
Roof rainwater is collected and stored throughout the year for toilet-flush use. Water collection and energy use are tracked and monitored live on smart-boards and public interactive kiosks via in-classroom software to encourage educational competition among classroom communities.
Awards
AIA Washington Council 2014 Civic Design Merit Award / 2014 ASHRAE Technology Chapter Award for a New Educational Facility / 2014 US Glass Green Design Award / Association for Learning Environments | Exhibition of School Planning & Architecture, Project of Distinction / 2014 Excellence in Masonry Design Award – Merit Award K-12.
SAGE Portable Classroom at SAGE
10:45 am – 11:10 am
Edmonds School District
7600 212th St. SW, Edmonds, WA 98026
1650 students, grades 9-12
Each SAGE classroom is 896 SF
$780,000
January 2015
The Edmonds School District added three re-locatable SAGE (Smart Academic Green Environment) classrooms in winter of the 2014-15 school year at Edmonds-Woodway High School. The 2014 voter-approved Capital Construction Bond provided funding resources to address classroom capacity needs across the District. The Edmonds School District wanted to add permanent classrooms around the district that could be re-located as capacity needs shift.
The SAGE classroom has proven to be a great solution that meets the District’s high demand for a permanent learning environment for students. Currently, there are 12 SAGE classrooms throughout the Edmonds School District and the District has placed an order for an additional 18 SAGE classrooms scheduled to be installed this summer.
SAGE Classroom Highlights
- Energy efficient HVAC system (Energy Recovery Ventilation)
- Large window systems to maximize natural daylight
- Structural steel floor frame
- Low VOC building materials
Tour B:
Mt Vernon HS Gym and Fieldhouse – HKP Architects
8:35 am – 9:05 am
Mount Vernon School District
314 N 9th St.,
Mt. Vernon, WA 98273
1,500 students, grades 9-12
57,000 SF
$7.6 million
October 2012
Celebrating its 60th anniversary on the year that it was modernized, the Gymnasium is one of the most historical and community-appreciated buildings in Skagit County. It was in dire need of safety, maintenance and system upgrades as well as responding to changing curriculum needs. The District looked beyond traditional bond-financed construction methods to complete this critical project. The scope included modernizing the Gym and Field House spaces, expanding the Weight Room, taking over the old band and choir rooms to create a new Matt/Yoga room and adding a new Classroom.
With a construction bid of only $7.1 million for the entire 57,000 sq. ft. building, a large portion of the construction dollars are hidden from public view, but make for a safer building for the occupants, with improvements to structural systems, fire alarm systems, sprinklers, and accessibility. The exterior envelope was improved in efficiency, as were electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems throughout.
The south lobby holds the school’s “Hall of Fame”, an archive of notable athletes from the past 90 years. The corridor had been dark and claustrophobic. When PE classes used the hall their jump ropes would hit the ceiling. The new design creates more wall area for photos, increases the ceiling height, adds natural light and expands the trophy cases, creating a proud public entry for a deserving historic civic structure.
Respecting the history of the gym and Hall of Fame required a sensitive touch. While almost every finish has been replaced or refinished, the “feel” of the classic gym remains. The team took care to stain the gym floor to match the previous patina, maintained existing wood where possible and used age appropriate graphics throughout. Refreshed, this building will serve for another 60 years.
Northwest Career and Technical Academy (NWCTA) – Hutteball & Oremus
9:15 am – 9:45 am
Northwest Career & Technical Academy
2205 West Campus Place,
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
250 students, grades 10-12
32,700 SF
$8,865,000
June 2010
The Northwest Career & Technical Academy (NCTA) is a state-of-the-art facility serving students from all across Skagit County, Washington. The building is located adjacent to the larger Skagit Valley College, as the result of a partnership that benefits both high school and SVC students. Responding to the needs of students and employers of the region, this Skills Center provides cost-effective, quality academic and career skills training in areas that are typically too expensive to offer at every high school. Culinary Arts students benefit from on-the-job training in the public Bytes Deli, where herbs from the student garden are cultivated and served. Certified nurses and technicians provide Medical Technology and Dental Assisting students with academic and professional training in a fully equipped, hands-on facility. Vet Tech students run the public grooming center on campus as an added opportunity to expand upon theory and application of concepts in the animal health care field. Academy of Finance students receive hands- on experience as they work in the campus’ NW Plus Credit Union banking center. In partnership with DigiPen Institute of Technology, Nintendo of America© designers teach students video game creation, filling the industry’s need for qualified video game programmers and artists. Other notable features of this innovative facility are designed to be both sustainable and forward-thinking. These include rain gardens, photovoltaic roof panels, and flexible spaces that can expand to accommodate future needs.
Marysville Tulalip Campus– Studio Meng Strazzara
10:25 am – 10:55 am
Marysville School District
7204 27th Ave. NE, Tulalip, WA 98271
700 students
85,508 SF
$19,628,484
April 2008
The new Marysville Tulalip Campus supports 700 students in three diverse educational programs. Studio Meng Strazzara’s design results in a modular, contemporary learning complex that looks and feels like a conventionally constructed facility, yet is fully portable by OSPI standards.
73,000 SF of modular construction ties into a 12,000 SF conventionally constructed gymnasium. The custom designed schools were built in modular sections in a factory. The more than 200 pieces were trucked to the site and the buildings were reassembled by crane.
Heritage High School: In combination with district curriculum, this course of study will help all students better understand the many ways in which tribes and their cultures have influenced, and continue to influence, our local, state, national and world communities. The design and building orientation of Heritage High School reflects important cultural aspects of the Tulalip Tribe, who were very involved in the design of the building. Special places were created for preserving animal pelts and carving totems, and a cultural center was provided to accommodate the daily full school gathering. 100 students, grades 9-12 | 11,846 SF | $2,089,870 | February 2008
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rts & Technology High School: This program focuses on the integration of arts and technology into all aspects of learning, including coursework in Career and Technical Education (CTE), Visual Arts, Fine and Performing Arts, Manufacturing, Engineering, Robotics, and STEM related learning opportunities. 400 students, grades 9-12 | 37,385 SF | $6,257,097 | December 2007
10th Street Middle School: This program focuses on music and the arts and weaves it into standard middle school curriculum. 200 students, grades 6-8 |15,238 SF | $2,559,482 | April 2008