Lake Shore Middle School

The two-story Lake Shore Middle School has a clean, contemporary exterior composed of brick with stucco accents.
Its design addresses specific goals by the Palm Beach County, Fla., School District. The design not only accommodates a range of teaching methodologies within specific grade levels, but also provides peripheral space for teacher planning and storage. Achieved through specific grade-level houses, this concept allows for monitoring activities more easily and streamlines internal student circulation, factors that assist in student safety.
To provide a safe, controlled environment meeting the social needs of adolescents, the architect created a central plaza to serve as a hub for all instructional, dining, assembly, media and administrative functions. The plaza features a large paved courtyard with an exterior stage for assemblies and performances. The central plaza provides access to all campus areas, as well as a place for students to socialize in a secure location.

“Excellent use of very tight space. Organization promotes a good learning program.”–2001 jury

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