Archive for the ‘Historic Preservation’ Category

Meridian Public Charter School

Tuesday, June 11th, 2013

Renovations and additions to the former Harrison Elementary School provide over 63,000 sf of space for Pre-K through 8th grade students of the Meridian Public Charter School.

  • Improvements to the existing building include modernized classrooms, office spaces, stairs, and circulation space for students while a 3-story 14,000-sf addition adds large assembly spaces.
  • The addition is placed in the void between the existing classroom wings. The use of glass, metal and wood complement the existing masonry structure.
  • Building entries on 13th and V Streets have been restored to their original character.
  • New energy-efficient windows, designed to restore the original look of the building, along with new HVAC systems, contribute to the project’s achieving LEED certification.

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National Cathedral School

Monday, December 17th, 2012

Bowie Gridley Architects’ plan for NCS set a direction for campus growth and development.

  • The plan clarified need for expansion by evaluating space and use problems
  • Included Lower School expansions, circulation improvements, expanded athletic facilities, infrastructure upgrades and improved campus identity
  • BGA also completed a master plan for the Middle and Upper School for the library, visual and performing arts, mathematics and science programs

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Fauquier County Farmhouse

Thursday, July 21st, 2011

This historic farmhouse was fully renovated and expanded to provide contemporary and efficient living space while retaining the character of the original (circa 1785) stone house and (circa 1860) three-story addition.

  • Original form and materials are repeated throughout the exterior
  • Covered porches at the front and rear provide a sense of arrival and seasonal living space
  • On the main level, a large central hall is flanked by a library/gathering room and dining room, which leads to the large modern kitchen and adjacent family/great room
  • New bathrooms throughout the residence provide updated amenities
  • Historic details add charm and traditional styling to gathering areas
  • The addition of geothermal heating, cooling, and domestic hot water—a focus of the work—improves overall comfort and energy efficiency.

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Hillwood Museum

Monday, January 31st, 2011

Hillwood is a renowned mansion museum containing a major collection of Russian fine and decorative arts. Bowie Gridley Architects was commissioned to design full interior and exterior renovations of the historic 1926 mansion.

  • The interior was restored to original condition under Secretary of the Interior Guidelines
  • BGA collaborated on technical aspects of historic preservation and in refurbishing the existing displays and adding new exhibit fixtures
  • New lighting, security and data/telecommunication systems were important aspects of the design
  • The project was featured in the September 2000 issue of Architectural Digest Magazine.

Bowie Gridley Architects also completed the design of the Museum Visitors’ Center, a 43,000 sf facility including a visitors’ orientation hall, a museum store and an auditorium with audio visual display. The Center features a large outdoor terrace that leads visitors to the mansion and its surrounding gardens.

 

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Thomas Balch Library

Tuesday, December 28th, 2010

BGA provided complete architectural and interior design services for the renovation and addition to this historic 1922 library located in downtown Leesburg. The two-story addition allows expansion of the library’s collection, while providing a community meeting room with seating for 60 people. Special collections include rare and unique materials from regional and Virginia history and geneology.

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MAA Conference Center

Monday, December 27th, 2010

BGA’s adaptive reuse transformed an existing 19th century carriage house into a state-of-the-art, flexible meeting space for classrooms, event space and conference center accommodating up to 60 people. Period interior construction reflects the original structure’s past while sensitivity to replacing exterior detailing was paramount, referencing its utilitarian past.

 

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Thurgood Marshall Academy

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008

Bowie Gridley Architects was selected to renovate and expand the historic Nichols School in Anacostia as the new home of public charter school Thurgood Marshall Academy

  • The school has 156 students in grades 9-11, with plans calling for expanding enrollment to 300
  • The historic school building meets Department of Interior standards for exterior restoration of the building’s terracotta facade
  • A three-story masonry clad addition complements the existing construction
  • Metal framed bays provide large expanses of glass, adding natural light to a large library
  • State-of-the-art facilities include modernized classrooms, science labs, a library, cafeteria, and administrative offices
  • Since opening in the fall of 2005, “TMA” has won national acclaim for student performance.

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