University of Chicago Lab Schools

Chicago, IL
University of Chicago Lab School’s Earl Shapiro Hall is a unique and state-of-the-art learning center. Precast was used as the structural system and created open learning areas and a rooftop courtyard play area.

The building was designed for pre-kindergartners through second graders. It pairs a steel-framed administrative wing - topped by a cantilevered, “look-at-me” library - with a restrained classroom wing that’s mostly framed in precast concrete. Small play areas are located directly outside first-floor classrooms.

PRECAST ELEMENTS

62,200 square feet of Hollowcore
83 Precast Wall Panels (19,400 square feet)
101 Precast Columns
154 Precast Beams

PARTNERS

GC:  LendLease
Architect:  FGM and Valerio Dewalt Train Architects
EOR: RME