(Nan’s Note: Quite a challenge here to revamp this school building! It is creative, beautiful, efficient and historical! I’m impressed!)
By Piper Kujac
Recently the Bessie Carmichael School in the South of Market (SOMA) area of San Francisco received a grant from software manufacturer Adobe Systems, in conjunction with the US Green Building Council (USGBC) to green its campus, and the results uncover an inspiring renovation to a tight urban site…. The San Francisco Unified School District hired Plum Architects to redefine the school structure.
Restructuring the school included more than just structural upgrades and extended to include smart design solutions that promote creativity, self-discipline, cultural and linguistic sensitivity, and physical and mental health for students within this local community.
Read more and see the pics at Inhabit.com!
