Northeast Elementary & Overland Trail Middle Schools
This addition and remodel successfully implemented trade partner collaboration to meet an aggressive summer schedule. |
Brighton, Colorado
Brighton School District 27J
Studiotrope and Alan Ford Architects
61,000
Modern Learning Facilities
The Big Picture
Northeast Elementary School and Overland Trail Middle School share a common campus in Brighton, Colorado. Updating and upgrading these aging buildings (Northeast was originally built in 1968, Overland in the ‘80s) involved numerous site improvements, including new parking lots, lights, and artificial turf playfields. The 55,000-square-foot renovation included a complete finish overhaul with flooring, ceilings, and paint. New mechanical units were also part of the scope. The addition provided 6,000-square-feet of new classroom space.
Ingenuity in Action
With the start of the new school year looming, the final week of the project was meticulously planned down to the hour. This included necessary inspections. Working together, the team was able to complete the summer phase and receive the temporary certificate of occupancy from the State of Colorado before the first day of school.
“GE Johnson basically performed a miracle,” remarked Overland Middle School Principal Eric Lambright. “They remodeled two schools in nine weeks. Our new environment is so inspiring and has changed our school. There is more natural light and vibrant new spaces, and we all feel the positive influence it has created.”
The little details
- By carefully managing the schedule and budget, the GE Johnson team provided Brighton 27J with the opportunity to add extra scope to the project. Savings and construction contingency funds were used to execute over $700,000 of added scope.
