Confidential Healthcare Institution – Physical Therapy and Imaging Center
Brooklyn, NY
The new David Mindess Elementary School in Ashland, Massachusetts, represents a significant advancement in educational facility design. Serving 635 students and 65 staff, the school replaces the outdated David Mindess Elementary School and integrates seamlessly with its natural surroundings. The innovative design features a series of academic ‘houses’ that extend across a hillside, enhancing the educational experience with multiple outdoor learning areas and a rooftop classroom.
The building is LEED Silver-certified and incorporates a high-performance envelope, geothermal wells, and a hybrid heat pump system to achieve climate control and support the town’s net-zero energy goals. The landscape design includes low-maintenance plants and trees, while two common areas offer versatile learning environments. This modern facility not only meets current educational needs but also emphasizes sustainability and environmental stewardship, creating a dynamic and eco-friendly learning environment for students and the community.