Achieve Language Academy, Saint Paul, MN
Achieve Language Academy is a charter school serving K-8 students for whom English is a second language. The school’s expanding programs led to the renovation of its 1950’s building and to an addition doubling the size of their facilities.
The new Commons is the focal point of the new space and a “crossroads” for daily activities. Classrooms, offices, and the gymnasium open into this light and airy space.
Project Elements:
Adaptable space plan for multi-use
Daylighting
Durable, low maintenance material
Natural filtration of rainwater