Chicago Christian High School
Palos Heights, IL | Under Construction
The renovation and addition project at Chicago Christian High School was guided by five key principles: capturing a holistic campus vision, meeting each student where they are through 21st-century learning, creating strong connections, providing a facility that is accessible to all and establishing a lasting and durable impact. These principles informed the design of the updated high school, while accommodating a growing student body and ensuring modern learning environments.
This project includes an eye-catching addition and renovation to improve the cafeteria and adjacent commons area, creating a multifunctional space for eating, learning, and gathering. The new addition, which serves as a visual and welcoming entrance, integrates the school’s new branding throughout and features a learning stair at the entrance, lounge areas, and accessibility ramps that connect seamlessly with the architectural design.
Community Space
The commons area, a central hub for the school, features inviting hospitality with banquette seating, ample views to the exterior and warm wood finishes that accent the school’s color palette. It includes a coffee kiosk/concessions area near the gymnasium, a ticketing area, and an exterior patio for student gatherings, quiet areas, secondary eating spaces, and worship events. This space is designed to be welcoming to parents, family, alumni, and students alike.
With a focus on accessibility, the renovation ensures that the entire facility is welcoming and functional for all users. The design also supports the school’s master planning goals, aiming to accommodate up to 400 building users at the high school and create a modern and inviting environment that aligns with the evolving educational landscape.
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