Graham Elementary School

Saint Paris, Ohio

Firm

Buehrer Group Architecture & Engineering

Client

Graham Local School District

Area

120,055 sq.ft.

Total Cost

$14,920,797

Completion Date

08/2007

Graham Local School District in rural Ohio is named for A.B. Graham, founder of the 4-H agricultural program. Covering more than 185 square miles, Graham is one of the largest districts in the state.

To better serve the needs of this large district, a new Graham Elementary School was designed to replace two K-5 schools, Graham South and Graham North. The school accommodates 1,040 students with seven classrooms for each grade level in separate pods. Each grade includes a 900-square-foot special-education classroom with operable partitions. A common extended-learning area is shared among students in each grade to enhance interaction and learning within a community space.

Color distinctions in corridors provide a visual pathway for younger students to navigate their way to classrooms. Primary colors are featured throughout the interior design of grades K to 2, and grades 3 to 5 are highlighted by a vibrant secondary color scheme.

A naturally lighted media center provides a stimulating environment for young students to learn and grow into a bright future.

Additional Information

Capacity

1,040

Cost per Sq Ft

$124.28

Featured in

2009 Architectural Portfolio

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Doors by Capitol Aluminum & Glass
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Door Hardware by LCN Closers
Door Hardware by Sargent
Door Hardware by Schlage
Playground Equipment by Gametime
IAQ Devices by Trane
Emergency Lighting by Lithonia Lighting
Carpet by Patcraft
Lighting & Accessories by Lithonia Lighting
Windows by Winco Window
Washroom Fixtures by Willoughby
Drinking Fountains by Oasis
Cabinets by Stevens Roofing Systems
Laundry Equipment by Whirlpool
Ceilings by Armstrong World Industries
HVAC Units by Trane
Skylights by Major Industries
Athletic Equipment by Draper
Clocks/Time Management by DC Digital
Hand-Drying Equipment by Bradley Corporation
Hand-Drying Equipment by Gamco
Signage by Ace Sign Systems
Whiteboards / Markerboards / Chalkboards by Marsh Industries
Plumbing by Kohler
Roofing by Duro-Last Roofing
Computers by Hewlett Packard
Locks by Schlage
Ceramic Tile by American Olean
Flooring by Armstrong World Industries
Washroom Accessories by Bradley Corporation
Washroom Accessories by Gamco
Communications Systems by Cisco Systems
Physical-Education Flooring by Armstrong World Industries
Insulation by Owens Corning
Lockers by Republic Storage Systems
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Cafeteria Furniture by KI
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