HARTWELL, GEORGIA
This new 115,70s square foot Hart County High School replacement project presented a very challenging list of program requirements. Not only did the school have a great need for a 21st century college and career academy, new competition gym, and media center, but the school also had several ongoing campus security issues created by its sprawling multiple building layout. Through the course of multiple community and staff meetings and design charrettes, RLR developed a multiphase design solution that replaced many of the older outdated buildings with a new core that connected all the remaining buildings with a safe interior means of circulation. This phased solution allowed the school to remain open throughout construction. The finished product exceeded the school systems expectations and has become a source of pride for the school and community.