▲
PROJECT
interiors
Above. The large windows in Phillips Hall include arched tops and circular shapes, and even some casement windows with curved tops. Marvin windows were used throughout.
Top right. The entire Phillips Hall project followed principles of sustainable design and construction developed by a design team and school personnel.
Above. Some of the round-top windows went into newly created attic dormers, which turned a dreary, underused space into five cheerful, comfortable new classrooms.
that happened to the building over the last 50 years,” Laird said.
Make Every Step a Safe One...
with ANTI-SLIP STAIR NOSINGS!
Linear-fluorescent light fixtures had been installed throughout the building in the 1970s. By studying vintage photos, the design team was able to source pendant light fixtures in keeping with the style of the original fixtures. The $10.6-million project was completed in August 2012, five years after initial planning began. The renovation has been well received by students and staff, said Laird.
ALUMOGRIT®
“This is an important, almost iconic building for the school,” he said. “The school has a very long and rich history. It’s a beautiful building and I think the school really wanted to have the renovation reflect the integrity and character of the original building.” Perhaps the best indication of how well the Phillips Hall project has been received: ARC is currently working on a similar renovation of the building next door. CBP
DATA CACHE Want more information? The resources below are linked in our digital magazine at cbpmagazine.com/digital/oct2014.
Circle 9 on the Reader Service Card.
SUPERGRIT®
SPECTRA®
AVOID COSTLY SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENTS!
WOOSTER PRODUCTS For more products & information visit us on-line or call:
www.wooster-products.com • 800-321-4936
60
CIRCLE 231
Learn more about geothermal systems in our Commercial Conversation podcast with Jay Egg. In a Commercial Conversation podcast, Amy Stein talks about matching education technology with education design. Learn about Marvin Window’s historical-renovation capabilities. Learn more about Marvin Window’s commercial products and services.
