William V. Campbell Academic and Arts Center Interdisciplinary, hands-on learning at Sacred Heart Schools

Comfort, light, and low carbon

Focused on comfort, natural light, fresh air, and low carbon, the all-electric design includes radiant floors, ceiling fans in learning spaces, an induction cooktop, and operable windows that reduce mechanical ventilation by 25%.

Daylight autonomy was key in driving planning and building envelope design. At-grade glass planks along the building perimeter, plus skylights in key areas, ensure good daylight balance in teaching spaces, creating a healthy and vibrant learning environment. This strategy drives daylight into the lower levels, making them vibrant spaces for learning and socializing. Exterior automated shades help mitigate heat load and glare while providing good daylight usage.

Flexibility and connectivity for dynamic learning

Movable walls provide educational flexibility, linking indoor and outdoor activities, while multifunctional spaces—including project work rooms—across three floors encourage social engagement and mentorship.

Creative spaces—including digital media, ceramics, painting, maker labs, and performance studios—are threaded throughout the building to dissolve boundaries between academics, art, and hands-on learning.

High performance and net zero energy

With its high-performance envelope, strategic daylighting, and efficient mechanical systems, this energy-intensive project achieves a projected EUI of 20.1. A 346 kW rooftop PV array will offset all energy use, delivering a Net Zero Energy, all-electric building.