University Preparatory Academy — Elementary School II

Project consisted of the adaptive reuse of a 75,000 square foot, 3-story parking garage and auto assembly facility constructed in the early 1920’s. The concrete structure was renovated into 12 classrooms, administrative offices and support areas to house a University Preparatory Academy elementary school. Also included in the project was a 15,000 square foot gymnasium addition. Site work included a new entrance, parking lot and playground.

CLIENT:  Thompson Educational Foundation
LOCATION:  Detroit, Michigan
ARCHITECT:  Gunn Levine Architects
CONTRACT AMOUNT:  $8,000,000
SIZE:  86,000 square feet