Sycamore High School

Client: Sycamore Community Schools

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

A 330,000sf high school renovation.
Renovated classrooms, lab and music rooms into flexible and collaborative areas.
Improvements to security and site circulation.
Upgrades to restrooms, child nutrition services and locker rooms.
Athletic facility upgrades include a transformed 1970s gymnasium, a new varsity sports complex and a renovated 8-lane natatorium that seats over 400 people.

Primary Design Concepts: Responding to client values, specific design concepts include an easily identifiable entry; sophisticated spaces; an inviting, elevated environment; connectivity; and the use of color for wayfinding and to promote school spirit.

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Sycamore Schools recognized that its facilities must support the instruction of the skills their students require—a pedagogy that embraces the uniqueness of each learner, equipping them for success. The corresponding building program included this phased renovation of Sycamore High School. Blending a variety of projects over the past 50 years into a consistent, modern learning environment, the renovated high school is designed to encourage students to be forward-thinking toward college or a professional career after their time at Sycamore.

"The project revitalized community pride, transforming the school into a functional and visually striking building that will continue to impact hundreds of students each year."

– Charlie Jahnigen, Executive Vice President

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