The design for the Knoxville High School began with visioning workshops to determine the desired educational practices and programs to meet the needs of 21st century curriculum and instruction.
How do we group learning environments into a cohesive organization that facilitates a seamless delivery of the educational program?
The building is organized into Learning Studios with collaboration areas for students and teachers to interact in a less structured environment. By grouping core academic areas with exploratory spaces and spaces for the self-paced learner, a learning environment was developed providing a responsive setting for the integrated curricular delivery envisioned in "Curriculum 21."
In identifying each of the four studios with one of the "4 C's" (Collaboration, Creative, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, and Communication), an outcomes-based organization of the educational environment was created.
- Individual Research/Study Areas
- Lecture Area
- Open Collaboration Area (Teamwork)
- Conference and Presentation Areas
- Lab
- Studio
- Media/Learning
- Fitness/Wellness
- Workforce Development
"BLDD rose above multiple talented and experienced firms to earn our approval. We have become so confortable and confident in working with them."
- Steve Wilder, Superintendent, Knoxville CUSD #202
A new athletics facility at field level was the final addition to the thriving athletics program at Wabash CUSD #348. New locker rooms, concession area, meeting and training rooms and updated parking and accessibility are key features of the project.
After three decades without a home for the women's softball program, Millikin University's dreams became a reality through a generous donation. The new Workman Family Softball Field is a monument to Millikin's strong heritage as well as the bright future of a growing program.
Despite challenges such as rocky terrain and limited usable acreage, the district proceeded, with the new school designed to replace an aging building, which would be repurposed for early childhood education and storage.