Tappé team tours latest elementary school projects
The Tappé team recently toured several elementary school projects nearing completion.
Belmonte Elementary School | Saugus, MA
The tour began with Belmonte Elementary School in Saugus, MA. This addition/renovation project includes substantial interior and exterior updates.
Belmonte Elementary School Updates:
- Renovated three-level classroom wing
- Revamped gymnasium, cafeteria, and media center
- Updated space for school district administration functions and opperations
- Vibrant and coordinated color identified interior spaces and wayfinding
Ivan G. Smith Elementary School | Danvers, MA
The tour continued with Ivan G. Smith Elementary school in Danvers, MA. This new construction project includes a thoughtful and intentional design approach to the needs voiced by the Smith School, its students, and the Town of Danvers.
The new school also improves site integration by mitigating traffic/circulation bottlenecks and matching the character of the neighborhood. Universal design both inside and out allow for a seamless integration of learning and mobility. With a built capacity of 465 students, the 82,000 Sqft. school is on track to receive CHPS (Collaborative for High Performing Schools) Certification, ensuring a sustainable and healthy environments for students and teachers. Some other highlights of the new Smith School include:
- Climbing wall and rope net in the gymnasium
- Learning commons featuring reading nooks
- Recording studio in STEAM room
- State-of-art kitchen with dual serving lines
- Therapeutic learning centers
- Teacher planning rooms
- Sod soccer field
- Chilled beam air distribution system
