ohio avenue elementary school | columbus, oh
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
STUDIO: BSHM
SIZE: 54,000 SF
As part of Columbus Public Schools Facilities Master Plan,
the design team (a joint venture between BSHM Architects
and Harris Design) was selected to provide professional
design services to Ohio Avenue Elementary. Built in 1891,
Ohio Avenue is the first of several historic schools that will
be renovated. Columbus Public Schools selected the team
for its expertise in public school design and BSHM’s
reputation for rehabilitating historic structures.The program
for Ohio Avenue calls for the creation of 14 regular
classrooms, with 7 shared tutor rooms, 3 special education
classrooms, 1 PK classroom, and 2 kindergarten
classrooms. The 1893 school was completely renovated
with new HVAC, electrical, plumbing, technology, and furniture. A 1968 addition was renovated to provide support facilities.
The 1950 addition was demolished. A new 3,000 square foot dining room was added. The entire complex is now ADA
compliant.
AWARDS
- 2008 AIA Eastern Ohio Design Honor Award for Columbus Ohio Avenue Elementary School
- 2008 Ohio Historic Preservation Office Award for Columbus Ohio Avenue Elementary School
