Special consideration and creative design solutions were employed to enhance the International Baccalaureate and Performing Arts programs and situate both prominently at the new Hillcrest High School in Midvale, Utah. This visibility showcases the programs and encourages student participation. New program amenities include an athletic field house with an artificial turf practice area and a banquet hall overlooking the stadium, a black box theater with a professional-level tension grid, and a student commons with mountain views. The steel and masonry structures are clad in brick masonry, curtainwall, and a patinated copper composite panel that celebrates school spirit. V-shaped structural bracing is exposed and highlighted in the student commons, illustrating the lateral system in this seismic region. Creatively designed outdoor areas entice students to socialize. The design creates an atmosphere conducive to learning as students work together in teams.
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