N.W. Washington D.C
The Murch Elementary School project involved a retro-fit, major addition of the existing building and a complete redesign of the surrounding site. The heavily invested and involvement of the staff, students (and their parents) and the surrounding community, proved to be an inspiration when approaching this project. However, the biggest challenge for the Landscape Architect was not only balancing all parties varying ideas and needs but balancing the demands and requirements due to a third of the site being owned by the National Park Service. This challenge quickly provided an opportunity to incorporate additional educational elements unique to park land by celebrating the natural and cultural heritage of the site, while seamlessly integrating the two adjoining properties. The program included a variety of recreational activities, methods of circulation and significant L.I.D. components.
As the Project Manager, I oversaw aspects of this design process including:
- Collaborating internally and with the design team, architects & engineers, to create the most functional outdoor areas.
- Communicating with DC Public Schools, Dept. of Gen. Services, NPS and other public agencies involved in various aspects of this project.
- Attending & participating in meetings, both public and private, and discussing project goals, objectives and schedules.
This project was acquired by and worked on with Jordan Honeyman Landscape Architecture. 3D Renderings and Architectural Design completed by: R. McGhee and Associates, Hord Coplan Macht