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The 98,600-square-foot campus was originally conceived as a single building with interior circulation, but the design evolved through an extensive process that engaged teachers, parents and students. Photo Credit: LPA/Cris Costea
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Texas Elementary School Designed for LEED Silver

The recently completed $28 million Menchaca Elementary School for the Austin Independent School District is a design-build project that has replaced an existing campus in a growing area of south Austin.

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For the $80-million Eastside School project, architects Perkins and Will team conducted computer modelling studies early in the design process to determine the most efficient strategy for building elements. Photo Credit: Perkins and Will
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Sustainability Benefits of Energy-Efficient Construction

Over the past 20 years or so, green and sustainable construction has evolved from what many called a fringe movement to one that has definitely achieved mainstream status.

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The new Eastside Memorial Early College High School and International High School will highlight the original L.C. Anderson High School’s history. Photo credit: Perkins and Will
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New Austin School Draws on Historical Past

Recently released renderings of the new $80 million Eastside Memorial Early College High School and International High School in Austin, Texas show the strong intention to honor and preserve the of L.C. Anderson High School, which previously occupied the site and served as an important community center in the area for decades.

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