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2008 Exhibition of School Planning and Architecture. Wilson High School Phase I. Tacoma, Washington High School Project of Distinction – New Construction NAC|Architecture. Wilson High School Phase I. New design pattern, “Process of Spatial Discovery,” transforms the campus.
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2008 Exhibition of School Planning and Architecture Wilson High School Phase I Tacoma, Washington High School Project of Distinction – New Construction NAC|Architecture
New design pattern, “Process of Spatial Discovery,” transforms the campus Community Environment: The project transforms the experiential character of the campus from uniform and predictable to varying and experientially stimulating. The newly formed sequences of spaces from public external areas to private internal campus spaces welcomes students, staff, and community alike. The variety of informal gathering spaces encourages spontaneous social interaction and builds community.
Establish the new identity Community Environment:
Student Art Gallery as Lifelong Learning Motivator Learning Environment:
The bridge is a link to the surrounding space, including the gallery of student glasswork in the library. Learning Environment
Animate existing open spaces with new active edges Physical Environment: Continued
Before & After at the Same Time Planning Process: We see rejuvenation of our aging school campuses as a vital issue of urban sustainability.
Campus & Building Circulation Planning Process: Continued
Exhibition of School Planning and Architecture 2008 Project Data
Exhibition of School Planning and Architecture 2008 Project Details
From Public to Private The new building establishes a strong civic presence from the street and provides a variety of pedestrian approaches to the campus. The construction of a 3-story building has given the high school new prominence and a new civic image in the community .