Sheldon Lake Elementary School

Houston, Texas

Firm

Stantec

Client

Sheldon Independent School District

Area

87,654 sq.ft.

Total Cost

$19,998,205

Completion Date

08/2019

Luis Ayala

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The design approach for Sheldon Lake Elementary School considered each aspect of the new facility through the lens of Performing and Visual Arts (PVA). The goal for this school of choice was to provide an open learning environment that celebrates the unique activities taking place within its walls by making the arts front and center and connected to the rest of the campus.

At the heart of the design, and integral to the building, are a range of spaces, including a black box theater, and art, music, dance, and design studios. These colorful “drums” serve as iconic landmarks throughout the school, helping to orient students as they move through the school and serving as a continual reminder of this school’s special purpose.

The two-story building has a free-flowing organization; the theater, dining, and library spaces don’t have walls, but still have their own core. The design provides multiuse space at every turn and offers extensive visual and physical connections to an exterior space where students can interact with nature.

Additional Information

Cost per Sq Ft

$228.00

Citation

Bronze Citation

Featured in

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Interior category

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Flooring by Shaw

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Brick/Masonry by Elgin Butler

Ceilings by Rockfon

Ceilings by Armstrong World Industries

Ceramic Tile by Emser Tile

Door Hardware by Schlage

Doors by Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope

Elevators by ThyssenKrupp Access

Insulation by Hunter Panels

Insulation by Owens Corning

Movable Partitions/Walls by Hufcor

Paint/Wallcoverings by Sherwin-Williams

Plumbing by Zurn

Roofing by Soprema

Lighting & Accessories by Lithonia Lighting

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Lighting & Accessories by Prudential Lighting

Emergency Lighting by Lithonia Lighting

Fire/Life-Safety Systems by Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co

Fire/Life-Safety Systems by Edwards Systems Technologies

Security Systems by Bosch Appliances

Security Systems by Honeywell

Security Systems by Altronix

Locks by Schlage

Card Systems by S2 Security

Card Systems by HID

Auditorium/Assembly Furniture by KI

Cafeteria Furniture by KI

Classroom Furniture by KI

Computer Furniture by KI

Library/Media Center Furniture by KI

Lounge Furniture by KI

Multipurpose Areas Furniture by KI

Science Furniture by KI

Drinking Fountains by Bradley Corporation

Washroom Fixtures by Zurn

Washroom/Shower Partitions by Bobrick

Bleachers/Grandstands by Sheridan Seating

Communications Systems by CommScope

Clocks/Time Management by Valcom

HVAC Control Devices by Aircuity

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ADA/Compliance Equipment by American Specialties

Card Systems by S2 Security

Card Systems by HID

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Kitchen Equipment by Crescor

Kitchen Equipment by Groen

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Kitchen Equipment by Salvajor

Laundry Equipment by GE

Lockers by American Specialties

Whiteboards / Markerboards / Chalkboards by Claridge

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Wire Management by CommScope

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