East Boston High School

Boston, Massachusetts

Firm

Cole and Goyette, Architects and Planners

Client

Boston Department of Neighborhood Development

Area

208,000 sq.ft.

Total Cost

$16,000,000

Completion Date

01/2001

The extensive rehabilitation of East Boston High School, along with a new addition, creates a learning environment for the 21st century. The school retains many of the original durable materials such as the terrazzo floors and glazed brick in the corridors; oak wood cabinets, slate blackboards and wood floors in the classrooms; the brass fixtures, marble wall panels and carved plaster decoration in the main entrance; the wood paneling and wood seats in the auditorium; and red brick and beige limestone exterior.
New educational facilities include an 18,000-square-foot addition. The renovation of the 1926 building included new engineering systems, technology network and seismic upgrades, accessibility and site improvements.
Also included were a new gym with bleachers, offices, locker rooms with showers, faculty dining area and kitchen.