What does equity look like in a building?
The newly renamed James Baldwin Elementary School in Northgate was designed with a focus on creating a non-institutional, flexible learning environment that supports vulnerable populations.

By KEVIN FLANAGAN and MATT RUMBAUGH
NAC Architecture

Navigating the nuances: Constructing private vs. public schools
The distinctly different needs of independent and public school projects require different approaches in planning, communication and delivery.

By MATT LUBBERS
BNBuilders

Cultivating future leaders in technology and science
The fusion of STEAM education with physical design on campuses is key to nurturing the next generation of problem solvers.

By SARAH SINGLETON-SCHROEDEL
AHBL

AHBL interviews Jane Tesner Kleiner
We interviewed Jane Tesner Kleiner, PLA, and owner of Nature + Play Designs, an expert in the Green Schoolyards movement.

By AHBL

Blending old and new to build a brighter future
A closer look at Fairview Middle School's challenging rebuild, which involved constructing a new school next to the old one on a tight site and integrating both buildings into a cohesive, contemporary campus.

By BRIAN URBAN
Skanska

Hybrid outdoor preschools:
A new solution for the childcare crisis
A prototype for a simple support structure enables nature-based preschools to remain open rain, shine, or smoke, allowing them to be more widely and equitably adopted.

By FORREST MURPHY
CAST Architecture

A transparent look at safer school design
While individual security measures like locking hardware, secure entry vestibules and video surveillance can contribute to enhanced safety and security, project teams are encouraged to consider how these pieces fit into a comprehensive approach.

By DEVIN BOWMAN
TGP

Designing to promote a mobile work environment, sustainability and community
Bellingham Public Schools' new administrative office building empowers employees to work anywhere, promotes health and welcomes the local community.

By JEFF MCCLURE
RMC Architects

A 'radical welcome' to science through engaging form and function
Pierce College desired its new Johnson Science building to move the needle toward change, supporting inclusive access to STEM education, environmental responsibility and meaningful placemaking.

By MATTHEW BISSEN
Integrus

Closing the gap: The strategic importance of meeting students where they are
A new academic building for Western Washington University at the Olympic College Poulsbo Campus will transform education and workforce development in the Kitsap and Olympic peninsulas.

By RUTH BALEIKO and ELIZABETH MOGGIO
Miller Hull

Empowering students in the design process
Engaging students in meaningful dialogue about the design of their schools leads to stronger design and greater impact.

By EMILY BELLO
EHDD

The language of healing-centered design in the modern age
Trauma-Informed Design is essential in healing environments for children, families and communities.

By DENA EATON-COLLES
Bassetti Architects

Building excellence on an occupied campus
Focusing on careful planning, efficient construction practices, and strategies that limit the need for temporary facilities or portables allows builders to deliver high-quality projects without disrupting a school's daily operations.

By SAM COMER
Cornerstone

Design strategies shaping education
A look at trends shaping the next generation of campus environments offers strategies for addressing pressing issues through the power of design.

By FRANCESLY SIERRA
Gensler