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Architect outlines compact, safety-focused plan for Valley High School; board to get costs in January
Summary
Novo Studio Architects presented findings identifying asbestos, accessibility and supervision problems and proposed space reorganization, targeted restroom and locker-room renovations, a secured entry and phased funding tied to the Maine School Revolving Renovation Fund and Efficiency Maine programs; cost options due in January and the full board will review on Feb. 5.
Anne Keter, an architect and founder of Novo Studio Architects, told the RSU 40/MSAD 40 school board that a yearlong review of Valley High School has produced a prioritized plan focused on health, safety and space optimization.
"So, my name is Anne Keter and I am an architect and I'm the owner and founder of Novo Studio Architects," Keter said as she opened the presentation. She described a four-part process of existing-conditions analysis, programming (space optimization), design options and cost estimating aimed at fixing what the building needs rather than adding unnecessary square footage.
Keter said the existing-conditions work identified hazardous materials in building finishes, safety and security shortfalls, building-system problems and accessibility gaps. "Everything you see in that lime green color, that flooring has asbestos in…
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