Conversion of strip mall into school - Portland OR

“Navigating the particulars of a school design and a change of use is no easy task! Laurie is well versed in the ways of the city and the specifics associated with E occupancies, of which there are many. It is invaluable to work with someone who is able to communicate effectively with the various city departments. Our projects had to adhere both to a tight budget and tight timeline that you would often find with early childhood spaces, and included a full scope of work from complete clear span demo to seismic retrofitting. We welcomed new families to our Reggio-inspired, light abound spaces with highly efficient, functional floor plans. The classrooms are open and allow for easy universal teacher perspective.”

Alison Mort - founder & director, Small Wonders Preschool