In addition to green roofs on the third level, the building includes geothermal wells and bioretention areas around the site. If enrollment increases significantly, this area can be fit-out for classrooms.ĭesigned to LEED Gold and Net Zero Ready, sustainable elements were a high priority for the community. To accommodate future flexibility, a three-classroom-wide breakout area is included on both the third and fourth floors.

For example, the third level acts as an innovation commons and a learning stair leads students from the commons to collaborative breakout areas on the fourth floor. Throughout design development, the team provided solutions to address these needs. The school includes:įlexible and collaborative areas were a priority for the school. Through that entrance, students, faculty and visitors enter the heart of the school where a stair connects all levels of the building. Whether students bike to school, carpool with neighbors or take the bus they will all enter through the same entrance. The purpose of the new building is to promote collaborative learning and to foster independent learners, innovators and problem solvers. The new Meridian High School is designed for a student capacity of 1,200 students, with a maximum of 1,500 students. After many meetings, deliberation and collaboration, the Gilbane team completed the new, $108 million Meridian High School (formerly George Mason High School) in Falls Church, VA. What was once a vague dream for the Falls Church community, is now a reality thanks to the Gilbane and Stantec design-build team. Building 21 st Century Learning Environments

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