Named after a beloved longtime principal, this 75,000 sf school serves 650 students and is the first new school in the district for decades. The mass timber building is nestled into an open hillside and features classrooms, collaboration spaces, open courtyards, a media center, gymnasium, and a commercial kitchen. The orientation of the building was intentionally coordinated to gently slope with a south facing roofline to accept a large photovoltaic array. The project is pursing net-zero energy with community solar opportunities being discussed based on recent Oregon deregulation in this area.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and increased awareness of the importance of indoor air quality, the school district added a Needlepoint Bipolar Ionization (NPBI Technology) filtration system. This unique indoor air filtration system reduces airborne particulates, odors, and pathogens. In addition, ceiling fans have been placed in community spaces to enhance the air circulation and increase occupant thermal comfort.

Awards/Certifications

• On track to achieve Path to Net Zero

Features

• 550 kW solar array
• Mass timber construction
• High Performance Fiberglass Windows
• Efficient Condensing Domestic Hot Water Heaters
• Efficient HVAC including 4-Pipe Fan Coils coupled with Heat Recovery Ventilators (HRVs)
• Needlepoint Bipolar Ionization filtration system
• Dedicated heating water and chilled water plant with Condensing Boilers and Screw Chillers
• High Efficiency LED Lighting

Size: 75,000 sf
Construction Cost: $35,000,000
Start/End date: Design Nov 2018 – Nov 2019
Construction anticipated to begin Summer 2021
Architect: Bora
Contractor: P&C Construction
Owner: Tigard-Tualatin School District
Services: Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Technology Integration, Energy Analysis, Lighting Design

Image Courtesy Bora Architects