Plant returned ten years later for the lower school renewal project, which involved the phased renovation of the classroom wing and multi-purpose lunchroom. Phase 1, the classroom renovation, included structural upgrades, new curtainwall system, all new interior finishes inside eight classrooms (approximately 7,100 SF), and site work for student/faculty courtyards. Phase 2 included upgrades to kitchen equipment, new theater/stage for students, and renovation of the lunchroom.

In 2023, the team completed the conversion of two existing classroom spaces into an engineering laboratory with a school-wide curriculum focused on STEAM and project-based learning. The new approximately 1,400 SF lab allows students to engineer and create real-world projects in wood, metal, plastics, electronics and robotics, using 3D printers, a CNC machine, laser cutters, a drill press and a bandsaw. Concurrent with the lab’s transformation, the remainder of the first floor renovation includes four additional classrooms, three offices, and two gender-neutral restrooms.

In 2018, Plant completed the Dolby Family Center, which included a 7,500 SF gymnasium and theater. The flexible space transforms from a gym and basketball court into a 420-seat, state-of-the-art performing arts auditorium that includes retractable seating, wall-mounted acoustic banners, architectural wood panel proscenium, LED lighting system, and surround sound technology. Additional scope included adding a second floor mezzanine and catwalk that overlooks the space below.

In 2008, Plant performed interior and exterior improvements including the relocation of second grade classrooms, music and reading rooms, offices, and ADA upgrades. Exterior scope included new structural supports for the safety barrier netting on two rooftop playing fields, a synthetic turf system at the lower play field, and a playground structure.

Phase 1 was completed at the end of Summer 2016, and included the central school facilities, circulation, and the “Suite 1” building lobby/entry, seven classrooms, and multi-purpose space.

Phase 2 was completed at the end of Summer 2017, and included finishing the “Suite 2” specialty classrooms, theatrical commons, and administrative offices.

The full interior build-out of the ground level, second level, mezzanine level, and upper tower levels provides classroom and administrative spaces for educational use. In this design, the south side of the roof level is also built out as inviting seating and garden space. Accessibility to all levels was made possible through the installation of an elevator and three communicating stairs. Plant performed upgrades to the building exterior, utility connections, entries, and surrounding sidewalks. The project also includes specialty functions (theatrical, assembly, science, arts, lounges, etc.), salvage and re-use of existing finishes, and all new MEPFS systems.