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Project • By Eppstein Uhen Architects (EUA) • Secondary Schools
Menasha High School
The Menasha High School project disproves the theory that existing building renovations cannot achieve the same modern, flexible and dynamic impact as new construction. Eppstein Uhen Architects (EUA) helped guide the District through a comprehensive process to align the facilities with modern education and implement personalized, collaborative learning practices while preserving the historic character of the building. The enhanced building serves the school’s diverse socioeconomic population through the creation of active learning and collaborative spaces, improved building accessibility and the addition of music and science wings.It was crucial to the District’s vision that renovations addressed circulation and ADA accessibility concerns a... More
Project • By Eppstein Uhen Architects (EUA) • Primary Schools
Sun Prairie Area School District
As one of the fastest growing communities in Wisconsin, Sun Prairie Area School District’s existing seven elementary schools had reached capacity. As a result of a facilities study, it was determined that two new elementary schools were needed to accommodate the continued enrollment growth. The schools were designed around four drivers – Learning is Central, Diversity, Authentic Engagement and Leaders of Innovation – and resulted in highly flexible environments where learning can happen anywhere. These drivers were integrated in both design and function. Movable walls allow for co-teaching and the expanding of classrooms; reconfigurable furniture supports different needs and learning styles, allowing teachers to highly customize their space... More
Project • By Eppstein Uhen Architects (EUA) • Offices
Menasha Corporation
With increasing maintenance costs, Menasha Corporation’s aging headquarters no longer supported the company’s culture or business model, hindering retention and recruitment. Bursting at the seams due to growth, it was clear Menasha needed an innovative solution to exemplify its local and global presence.Within the 101,300 sq ft new facility, the office is open-plan, greatly enhancing the potential for collaboration and workplace efficiencies. Glass-front offices and collaboration areas feature movable walls that can be easily reconfigured and relocated to adapt to future needs, and fill the space with daylight while also providing acoustical privacy. Offices and conference room sizes are standardized to provide flexibility: conference rooms... More