The Cube @ Brownell-Holmes
Flint, Michigan
The Cube @ Brownell–Holmes is the first new construction building for Flint Community Schools in over 50 years and a bold step toward reimagining education through community partnership. Situated on a campus shared with an existing elementary and middle school, The Cube emerged from an inclusive co-design process that brought together students, educators, families, and neighborhood organizations. Their collective vision shaped a space that is both a learning hub and a civic anchor; an inspiring example of education serving as the heart of community life. The facility houses flexible, multipurpose environments that can quickly adapt to classroom instruction, after-school programs, recreation, and neighborhood gatherings. Every design decision supports connection and creativity: Expansive windows fill the interior with natural light; vibrant colors foster playful energy and optimism; and a large collaborative mural, co-created by students and community members, celebrates shared identity and pride.
More than a building, The Cube is a symbol of renewal and partnership, demonstrating how design can empower a community to imagine its future together.
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Associated Firm
Spalding DeDecker; Clark Construction
Featured in
2026 Educational Interiors Showcase
Interior category
Community Centers/Joint-Use Facilities
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