Port Chester-Rye Brook High School Academic Addition

Port Chester, New York

Firm

Fuller & D`Angelo P.C.

Client

Port Chester UFSD

Area

39,800 sq.ft.

Total Cost

$19,000,000

Completion Date

08/2021

A 1929 Port Chester High School was brimming at full capacity and required additions to meet the demographic trends of this Westchester County hamlet. The architect addressed the population growth with two major additions, which focus on academics and physical education.

The new academic wing was to house classrooms, special education, science rooms and band and choral spaces without impeding the original vistas from the classic front façade and portico. Thus, academic adjacencies, phasing and site logistics of the building placement were multifaceted. It was also vital to keep parking on site and not encroach onto village streets. Hence, an elevated academic structure was incorporated into the design. Because the addition is elevated and transparent, the original western entrance of the school is still visible from the ground and the student glass bridges. The pediment and tower can now be viewed up close.

The original building is historic, so the design creates an addition that uses similar languages to the existing structure (brick patterns, circular windows, arched window frames), but would be visually separated from the existing building. The resultant design and experience are a harmonious blend of old and new architecture.

Additional Information

Cost per Sq Ft

$475.00

Featured in

2022 Educational Interiors Showcase

Interior category

Historic Preservation

Product suppliers specified

Flooring by Johnsonite
Flooring by Casa Grande
Brick/Masonry by Watsontown Brick
Brick/Masonry by Corinthian Cast Stone
Cabinets by Leonard Peterson & Co
Cabinets by Wenger
Ceilings by Armstrong World Industries
Door Hardware by Best Access Systems
Door Hardware by Ives
Door Hardware by LCN Closers
Door Hardware by Schlage
Doors by Curries
Doors by Pioneer Industries
Doors by Mapes
Doors by Special-Lite
Doors by Wenger
Elevators by Schindler Elevator
Insulation by Owens Corning
Insulation by Rockwood
Movable Partitions/Walls by Continental
Insulation by National Gypsum
Paint/Wallcoverings by Benjamin Moore
Plumbing by American Standard
Plumbing by Sloan Valve
Plumbing by Just Mfg
Plumbing by Chicago Faucets
Roofing by Pac-Clad
Roofing by Valspar
Skylights by American Skylights
Windows by EFCO
Lighting & Accessories by LSI Indoor Lighting
Lighting & Accessories by Kenall Lighting
Lighting & Accessories by Peachtree Lighting
Lighting & Accessories by AstraLite
Lighting & Accessories by Metalumen
Lighting & Accessories by Hubbell Lighting
Lighting & Accessories by Bega
Fire/Life-Safety Systems by Edwards Systems Technologies
Card Systems by Square D
Card Systems by Eaton
Classroom Furniture by Steelcase
Classroom Furniture by Smith Systems
Computer Furniture by Steelcase
Computer Furniture by Smith Systems
Science Furniture by Leonard Peterson & Co
Science Furniture by Steelcase
Drinking Fountains by Halsey Taylor
Hand-Drying Equipment by American Specialties
Washroom Accessories by American Specialties
Washroom Fixtures by American Standard
Washroom Fixtures by Sloan Valve
Washroom Fixtures by Just Mfg
Washroom Fixtures by Chicago Faucets
Washroom/Shower Partitions by Global Partitions
Communications Systems by Hubbell Wiring
Communications Systems by Mohawk Sign Systems
Communications Systems by Legrand
Communications Systems by Middle Atlantic Systems
Clocks/Time Management by Primex Wireless
HVAC Units by REZNOR
HVAC Units by Krueger
HVAC Units by Carrier
HVAC Control Devices by Schneider Electric
ADA/Compliance Equipment by American Specialties
Draperies/Blinds by MechoShade
Kitchen Equipment by GE
Laundry Equipment by Speed Queen
Lockers by ASI Storage Solutions
Whiteboards / Markerboards / Chalkboards by Claridge
Auditorium/Assembly Furniture by Wenger
Walls/Wall Materials by Wilsonart
Auditorium/Assembly Furniture by AARCO Products
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