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Cary Grove High School
Crystal Lake Ill.
Perkins & Will
A gently curved addition provides a
new, more modern face to the world
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In response to the district’s strong
educational vision and growing student population, this 1952
high school needed additional space to support the innovation
and dynamic learning expected by today’s teachers, administration,
parents, and students. The resulting renovations to the existing
structure and media center addition reinvigorates the school
with an architecturally significant structure, provides space
for 1,200 students, and creates flexible areas for diverse
learning environments.
Without disturbing the existing trees
or site, the media center is designed as a distinctive structure
with a gentle curve, complimenting the main building while
introducing a modern element. Blending the new addition with
the existing building was a key component to the architectural
design. Matching the original building’s brick façade
proved challenging to the design team. The variations in color
required careful matching and placement of six different brick
types throughout the exterior walls. The result is a seamless
transition from the old to the new, bringing the entire facility
into the 21st century.
The massing of the media center transforms
the existing entry and building enclosure into a u-shaped
courtyard entrance located off the main drive onto campus.
The curve of the reading room creates an outward response
that reflects the curve of the road. The materials of the
new media center include a variegated range brick, anodized
aluminum fascias, and clear glass. These extend the vocabulary
of the original building, while introducing a fresh image.
Formal name
of Project:
Cary Grove High School
Location:
Crystal Lake Ill.
Gross square
footage:
62,000 sq ft
Total construction
cost:
$6.5 million
Owner:
Community High School District 155
Architect:
Perkins & Will
330 North Wabash, Suite 3600
Chicago, IL 60611
Ph. 312-755-0770
Fx. 312-755-0775
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