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Project Quick Facts
Client:
Learning Tree
Cathy and Pat Hannel
Ph. x
Address:
Reed Road
Huntley, Illinois
Features:
■ Precast concrete walls.
■ Sheltered courtyard.
■ Radiant heating.
■ Efficient site layout.
■ Long lasting durable materials.
Size:
14,000 square feet
Completed:
Fall 2005
Contractor:
Lamp Inc. Elgin, IL.
Construction Cost:
$ 2,000,000
Client:
Learning Tree
Cathy and Pat Hannel
Ph. x
Address:
Reed Road
Huntley, Illinois
Features:
■ Precast concrete walls.
■ Sheltered courtyard.
■ Radiant heating.
■ Efficient site layout.
■ Long lasting durable materials.
Size:
14,000 square feet
Completed:
Fall 2005
Contractor:
Lamp Inc. Elgin, IL.
Construction Cost:
$ 2,000,000
Challenges & Solutions:
This new facility is the fifth child care location for owners Pat and Kathy Hannell. The plan was dictated by the difficult curving corner site and a desire to keep play areas at the rear of the property. Aesthetics blend with both adjacent commercial and residential neighbors.
The center can accommodate 206 children, ranging from infant to 5 years, bringing much needed childcare to Huntley. The plan is organized around a central articulated corridor with classrooms located on both sides of the corridor. A central axes corridor bisects the building and provides access to the rear protected play area. The play area is divided into two secured zones, one for older children, and a smaller zone for younger preschoolers.
Due to time an budget constraints, a precast exterior wall construction was used. The precast panels were designed to simulate brick construction, with decorative quoins at the front entry vestibule.
The center can accommodate 206 children, ranging from infant to 5 years, bringing much needed childcare to Huntley. The plan is organized around a central articulated corridor with classrooms located on both sides of the corridor. A central axes corridor bisects the building and provides access to the rear protected play area. The play area is divided into two secured zones, one for older children, and a smaller zone for younger preschoolers.
Due to time an budget constraints, a precast exterior wall construction was used. The precast panels were designed to simulate brick construction, with decorative quoins at the front entry vestibule.
