Joe lee johnson elementary school

This mid–century inspired school provides a modern learning environment and a new focal point for the neighborhood.

I believe that a carefully conceived dose of dramatic architecture can change the public's perception of its surroundings.

I believed that this space could be wonderful. l embraced the security aspects necessary for the proper function of a school entrance, and l tried to make them beautiful.

Architectural Construction Document of the school entrance. How architecture is made has an impact on what it looks like and how it ages. I don’t consider design to be a separate activity from detailing. The upside for my clients is that l always present feasible designs.

Different uses require different levels of architectural interaction. Multi-function spaces sometimes reach maximum potential through the use of the highest quality materials.

Schools used to be architecturally embellished from end to end. I think part of the reason that’s changed is how quickly modern cities change. The stair tower on the right is my “condensed” version of my front entrance building (on the left).

Scott German Senior Project Manager, Balfour Beatty

"l worked with Mark as the General Contractor’s Project Manager for his Joe Lee Johnson Elementary School project. Mark created the majority of design and detailing for the $18 million, 81,000 square foot school, completed in 2016. Mark also was our single point of contact for questions during construction. Mark is unique in his enthusiasm for the entire process of architecture, from the first sketch to the last nail. He knows how to make everything that he draws, which makes for a smooth path to completion."

Project Details

Location
Austin, TX

Size
38,000 sf

Owner
Round Rock Independent School District

Contractor
Balfour Beatty

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