Combination Schools

Coolidge Middle/High School

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01 Project Overview
Renovations to the historic Coolidge High School brought 21st century education to D.C. students, with new additions mimicking existing structures to preserve the building’s legacy.

Renovations combine two separate schools (a middle school and a high school) through the modernization of the existing historic building. The campus is designed to be half middle school and half high school, with shared spaces in the center. Flexible classrooms provide 21st century learning opportunities within the historic campus, with moveable furniture and integrated technologies that allow the spaces to transform to support various styles of instruction. The school also offers a community clinic, daycare center and parent center.

Associate firm: Architecture, Inc.

Expertise

Combination Schools

Client

District of Columbia Public Schools

Location

Washington, D.C.

Scope

224,000 SF

Challenges

Combine two separate schools through the modernization of a historic building

03 Services & Recognition

With our design concept, we are connecting the rich history of Coolidge High School to a fresh new approach to 21st century learning.

Carla Remenschneider, RID, IIDA
Director of Interiors
Fanning Howey
Services Provided

Architecture

Interior Design

Planning