Leonard Brautigam Center
Formerly an underutilized elementary school, this “school of choice” has been revitalized into a beacon of hope for students needing a change in life.
Client: Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District
Market: K-12 Education
Discipline: Architecture + Interiors
Project Area: 71,259 sq. ft.
Formerly an underutilized elementary school, this “school of choice” has been revitalized into a beacon of hope for students needing a change in life.
The newly retrofitted campus now showcases a sleek, collegiate-like personality, appealing to students pursuing higher education, careers, military, or any other kind of positive growth. The new program concentrates on constructive student engagement, high functionality, and a strong sense of community. The school offers advanced CTE classes equipped with state-of-the-art technologies for training.
The open concept Student Union creates a collegiate atmosphere for NextGen learners.
To retain the building, the repurposed school maintains a sense of community and tradition while offering progressive training programs. The open concept Student Union creates a collegiate atmosphere for NextGen learners. Throughout the school, flex spaces ensure easy collaboration and breakout spaces. Diverse classroom configurations and sizes promote agility and adaptability to changing programs. Advanced technology classrooms provide access to future-oriented education.
The district advocates “education for all.” The school ensures this since most students lead lives that contrast the traditional student mold. The school shines as a beacon of hope for all students needing change with the school’s family-like community. Smaller classes ensure personalized learning to apply real-world skills. A mentorship program pairs students with community leaders. Centrally located in the district, the school is easily accessible for students from all attendance-zone home campuses.