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EDUCATION, FEMA STORM SHELTER
LOCATION: OMAHA, NE CLIENT: OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS SIZE: 162,600 SF ADDITION AND RENOVATION Beveridge Magnet Middle SchoolHerrera acted as the executive architect for the core and shell of the library, classroom, multipurpose, and storm shelter addition. DLR was the design architect. As part of the school's mission, BMMS focuses on global studies and the arts.
The scope or word included fire, life safety security and technology upgrades, capital improvements and renovations to the existing building, and an addition to increase capacity for 20 classrooms. The upgraded visual and performing arts facility features a 2,500 sf Black Box Theater with retractable seating, theater flooring, and specialty acoustical panel ceiling. The theater is fully equipped with a drop-down curtain and state-of-the-art theatrical lighting, dimming, and sound systems.. |
*Some projects shown were commissioned, designed, and completed while under the employ of other architectural firms. Projects herein were completed with all or significant contributions by Francisco Herrera



