PROJECT NARRARTIVE

Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) worked in close collaboration with Atlanta Public Schools to provide renovations to Emma Hutchinson Elementary School, a Pre-K through 5th grade model. Once the facility’s needs were documented and prioritized, the design team worked with Atlanta Public Schools Facilities Department (APS), the principal, and the Design Committee to address them to the greatest extent possible within the project budget.

The scope of work for this project included not only systems upgrades such as new roofing and security systems, but also the addition of a secure entry vestibule and conversion of the auditorium into a Maker Space for advanced STEM learning. It also includes accessibility and Life Safety upgrades, redesign of the administration areas, plus new doors, hardware, lighting and new, playful finishes throughout the facility. Lastly, collaboration with the Construction Manager at Risk was critical to keeping this project on schedule and on budget despite the challenges of COVID-19 shutdowns and manufacturing closures. GMC provided architecture, interior design and landscape architecture services for the project.