Liollio was commissioned to design the new 45,000 SF Bells Elementary School to replace the 1950s facility. The existing school had to remain operational and safe throughout construction. The schedule had to be accelerated to meet the required move-in date. CCSD chose to proceed with CM@Risk delivery and selected Liollio based on our extensive experience delivering K12 schools utilizing Integrated Project Delivery. We continued to work closely with the CMR throughout each phase of design on constructability, cost analysis and phasing options to provide the most efficient design to meet the District’s educational and maintenance standards. The design was fast tracked to provide an early site package within 6 months from the date of Notice to Proceed. The design for this new single-story school reflects local culture, incorporating many of the design elements from the original mid-modern era school including columns and horizontal glazing. The history of the lumber mills in the area also inspired the design team to incorporate heavy timber framing in the main corridors that creates a softer, warmer, friendlier environment for the young students. Daylighting and soft program spaces for collaborative learning are incorporated throughout.

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