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K-12 Schools

Designing for dyslexia: How architecture can address neurodiversity in K-12 schools

Architects play a critical role in designing school environments that support students with learning differences, particularly dyslexia, by enhancing social and emotional competence and physical comfort. Effective design principles not only benefit students with dyslexia but also improve the learning experience for all students and faculty. This article explores how key design strategies at the campus, classroom, and individual levels can foster confidence, comfort, and resilience, thereby optimizing educational outcomes for students with dyslexia and other learning differences.

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Sep 24, 2012

$3.8-million athletic field and track opens in Glen Head, N.Y.

The complex also includes a new, one-story, multi-purpose building that serves as the main entry port to the athletic facilities.

Aug 15, 2012

Skanska to build the Beacon High School in New York City

The Beacon High School will be located in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan.

Jul 25, 2012

KBE Building renovates UConn dining hall

Construction for McMahon Dining Hall will be completed in September 2012.

Jul 20, 2012

2012 Giants 300 Special Report

Ranking the leading firms in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction.

Jul 20, 2012

K-12 Schools Report: ‘A lot of pent-up need,’ with optimism for ’13

The Giants 300 Top 25 AEC Firms in the K-12 Schools Sector.

Jul 16, 2012

Business school goes for maximum vision, transparency, and safety with fire rated glass

Architects were able to create a 2-hour exit enclosure/stairwell that provided vision and maximum fire safety using fire rated glazing that seamlessly matched the look of other non-rated glazing systems.

Jul 12, 2012

Chicago Public Schools names Lend Lease team as construction manager

Under this Capital Improvement Program, the Lend Lease team will be responsible for renovation and life safety work at over 100 Chicago Public Schools across the City.

Jul 2, 2012

Plumosa School of the Arts earns LEED Gold

Education project dedicated to teaching sustainability in the classroom.

Jun 12, 2012

BCA Architects transforms Anaheim schools into dynamic learning environments

BCA Architects was selected to update the district's long-range master plan.

Jun 8, 2012

Nauset Construction completing sustainable dorm for Brooks School

Student input on green elements provides learning experience.

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