The additions and renovation project at the Richards Elementary School in Newport, NH centered around the desire to preserve and rejuvenate the historic 1896 school building. With a growing student population, the town wanted to balance the need for additional space with the preservation of the existing building. The original main entry, which was no longer in use, was renovated and reinstated as the school's main student entrance. Other existing spaces, including the cafeteria and media center, were renovated and brought up to current code and accessibility standards. Much needed instructional space, a new multi-purpose room, and an evening use entrance is housed at the rear of the building in a 27,500 square foot addition. The design of the addition compliments the existing structure rather than simply copying the original details.

The project included renovations at the Newport Middle High School and the Towle Elementary School.

Construction Start

July 2007