Higher School Design Standards Receive Recognition (continued)

The jury was impressed with the project, stating that “although limited by a modest budget, this project successfully provides an exciting and stimulating environment for elementary students. The intelligent siting and crafted plan allows daylight to the interior, articulated massing and creates delightful exterior spaces which are so important to grade school children. This is a wonderful environment for children to learn.” Both awards raise awareness of current educational design trends, which focus on improving the teaching environment and enhancing each student’s ability to learn. These design concepts for “high performance schools” include an emphasis on natural light, outdoor learning environments, student safety and security, and the use of efficient and renewable energy resources to save energy costs and improve student performance.

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