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Architects outline two paths for new Cliff combined school: renovate gym or build new
Summary
Decker Architects presented schematic concepts for the CLIF combined school, telling the Silver Consolidated Schools board that design committee members favor two ‘flow’ schemes and that renovating the existing gym would cost about 58–59% of new construction, a key factor in the district’s decision.
Decker Architects delivered a schematic‑design update to the Silver Consolidated Schools Board on Nov. 17, presenting four concept schemes for the new Cliff (CLIF) combined school and flagging a central decision point: whether to renovate the existing gym or build a new one.
Juan Dorado, Decker’s principal in charge, told the board the design committee’s work started with the district’s vision and that the team prioritized flexible learning spaces, long‑life, low‑maintenance construction and honoring community legacy. “At the end of the day, it is about the kids,” Dorado said, noting the schematic phase follows an approved programming packet submitted to the public school…
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