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Warren County Middle SchoolA Community Landmark - A school rich in history restored for the future... A Tax Credit Project |
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As a Community Landmark with historical significance, the restoration of the original Warren County High School, built in 1940, merits respect and sensitivity to its original character. Transformation of the school for use as a middle school necessistated programming, planning and design focused on improved flexibility & accessibility, technological advances, energy efficiency, enhanced indoor air quality & acoustics, improved circulation & life safety features and security.
Civic presence has been preserved and strengthened by retention and refurbishment of major spaces within the original building according to the requirements of the Department of Historic Resources, including restoration of existing classroom wood floors & trim throughout the building; upgrading of light levels in existing corridors; and maintaining many of the existing building materials.
In addition, the Restored Science Classroom functions as a teaching tool, showing students how instruction has evolved in comparison with the new renovated science classrooms. |
Historic tax credits were obtained for qualifying portions of the project which included preservation of the original Building Exterior, Entrance Lobby, a Science Lab and a General Classroom.
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Safety and security is maintained with the orientation of the new Main Street Entrance, which provides controlled access during and after school hours. Natural Light is predominant, streaming from clerestories and windows.
The Design of the Administrative Suite subtly enhances security and safety with use of full window walls giving efficient visual monitoring and observation; as well as the strategic placement of the space adjacent to the main entrance, between the public and student areas, giving staff accees control through a secure point of entry.
Renovation of existing public spaces provided the opportunity to enhance the technological infrastructure in conjunction with educational objectives, increase spatial efficiency, and upgrade materials & finishes.
The renovation of classrooms accomodates the currrent program allowing for flexible instructional spaces that may evolve into multiple learning studios in the future.
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