Peachtree Charter Middle School

Dunwoody, GeorgiaProject of Distinction – New Construction

Middle/Junior High SchoolCooper Carry, Inc.

2009 Exhibition of School Planning and Architecture

Peachtree Charter Middle School

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The CampusDesigned to promote pride of place and the interaction of students and teachers, the new Peachtree Charter Middle School contains 147,300 square feet with 71 instructional units and a full time enrollment capacity of 1,150 students. The building is organized around the center of a 29-acre site where the original school once stood. Although completed as one project, the construction of the new Peachtree Middle School required several phases in order to maintain operations of the existing school during construction. Careful collaboration between contractor, owner and architect was required to maintain a safe and productive environment for the school’s staff and students.

A Place in the CommunityInitial participation of the surrounding community was paramount to the success of the project and support from the community. The architect coordinated meetings with the community; working together to build consensus of the program, site and building design. It was through these meetings that the design developed into a true community focal point.

Entranceoutdoor spaces such as those at the canopies promote a similar feature and permit space for staff and students to interact with each other.

Outdoor CourtyardClassrooms form around an interior courtyard that can be used as an outdoor classroom. This provided for a compact design and at the same time permit all classrooms to have natural light and views to an intimate outdoor space.

View to the CourtyardsThrough the use of varied volumes of space, color, shapes, materials, texture and way finding, this school creates a special environment for learning and positive interaction.

LibrarySpecial attention was given to providing multiple ceiling heights and sloping ceilings through out the school to give the children a more dynamic experience as they travel through out the building each day.

Through the use of varied volumes of space, color, shapes, materials, texture and way finding, this school creates a special environment for learning and positive interaction.

ClassroomsNatural light is the cornerstone of the design with generous windows for classrooms and other educational spaces.

Music RoomThe music room is an example of several unique spaces within the school. These spaces vary the classroom design and offer students creative learning activities. Many spaces such as the gymnasium, cafeteria, music room and media center have beautiful arched windows to accent the design and highlight significant spaces.

Engaging SpacesThe interiors are punctuated with bright colors, which dedicate a specific color to each grade. The colors are blended together in designed patterns in public spaces such as the cafeteria and multi-purpose room.

GymnasiumThe gymnasium is one of many areas within the school that promote interaction.

Exhibition of School Planning and Architecture 2008 Project Data

Submitting Firm : Cooper Carry, Inc. Project Role ArchitectProject Contact Jerome M. Cooper, FAIA, LEED APTitle Chairman, PrincipalAddress 3520 Piedmont Rd, NE, Suite 200City, State or Province, Country Atlanta, GA 30305Phone 404-237-2000

Joint Partner Firm:Project RoleProject ContactTitleAddressCity, State or Province, CountryPhone

Other Firm: Barrett Woodyard & AssociatesProject Role MEP/FP EngineerProject Contact David Barrett, PETitle PrincipalAddress 3495 Holcomb Bridge RoadCity, State or Province, Country Norcross, GeorgiaPhone 770-810-8800

Construction Firm: Barton Mallow CompanyProject Role General ContractorProject Contact David Cornelius, RLA, LEED APTitle Senior Project ManagerAddress 10745 Westside Way, Suite 200City, State or Province, Country Alpharetta, Georgia 30009Phone 404-448-1113

Exhibition of School Planning and Architecture 2008 Project Details

Project Name  Peachtree Middle School

City Dunwoody 

State Georgia 

District Name  DeKalb County School District

Supt/President  Steve Donahue, Principal

Occupancy Date  8/2007

Grades Housed  6, 7 & 8

 

Capacity(Students)  1,150

Site Size (acres)  29 acres

Gross Area (sq. ft.)  147,300

Per Occupant (pupil)  128

gross/net please indicate  gross

 

Design and Build?  Yes

If yes, Total Cost:  Construction Cost: $19,437,155

Includes:  Construction cost only.

 

If no,  

Site Development:  

Building Construction:  

Fixed Equipment:  

Other:  

 

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