PROJECTS

EDUCATION

Modern school building with large glass windows, colorful panels, and a vertical red sign that reads 'ELEMENTARY.' The entrance has glass doors, an American flag, and some small shrubs in front. The sky is dusk with clouds and a soft purple hue.

BUILDING:
TM PEIRCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

TM Peirce Elementary School is a 77,000sf LEED Gold Certified Facility located in North Philadelphia.  This facility was designed to incorporate 21st century learning environments.  The exterior of the building is comprised of multicolored brick veneer, metal panel systems, and an abundance of glazing to maximize natural light throughout the interior space.  The building includes a full service kitchen, cafeteria, “gymnatorium”, maker-space, conventional classrooms, administrative offices, and outdoor learning space.


TRUST:

BSI Construction appreciates the significance of this project for the community. TM Peirce Elementary School is the first new school district building to be built in the North Philadelphia area in over 70 years.  This project will have a lasting impact for the students and community in which Peirce serves.


SECTOR: Education


OWNER: School District of Philadelphia

ARCHITECT: Blackney Hayes Architects

LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA

SERVICE: General Contractor

SQ.FOOTAGE: 77,000 sq. ft

BUDGET: $21,500,000 GC Package

DURATION: 14 months


Colorful playground area with climbing dome, benches, a leafless tree, and modern building with large windows in the background.
Bright indoor space with large windows, yellow walls, colorful patterned wall, and multiple round tables with green and blue seats. Ceiling has white panels with embedded lights. Outside the windows, buildings and trees are visible.
Interior view of a colorful, modern waiting area or lounge with patterned walls, assorted chairs, and large windows.