USING TECHNOLOGY FOR A MORE EFFECTIVE DESIGN PROCESS

A school district benefits from a better design, a more thorough set of contract documents, and a better building when the architect uses technology to the fullest advantage. WRA Architects stays committed to incorporating the latest proven technologies in order to provide the most complete, efficient, and reliable service to our school district clients.

Much of the design criteria for the building components we specify are produced in digital form. This not only minimizes the time to incorporate accurate information into our plans and specs, it also allows us to easily consider—and show our clients—many more design alternatives, in 3D, than were possible before.

Incorporating the sloped site into the design for the new Blue Ridge Elementary School, the design used the academic wing to provide a scenic view from the hill, providing a covered outdoor learning area just below. The elementary school design also features expansive glass through the main corridor, which connects all functions of the school while providing ample amounts of natural light. A 3D printed model was utilized during the design phase of the project to show how the school would rest in relation to the current slopes of the topography from east to west.

“The visualization tools that we have available make us a more eloquent design firm. The technology we have helps us better communicate our ideas and designs.”

— Keith Anderson, Principal

Using technology advantageously in this way leverages our creative and production efforts, enabling us to provide careful, well thought out designs, meticulous attention to details, clear and precise communication, and reliable documentation of decisions for future reference.

Technology not only helps us communicate our ideas, it also helps us design sustainable buildings. WRA is well versed in all aspects of green building and will work with your District to determine the best rating system to make your project as Sustainable as you desire and assist you with any Sustainability certification documentation required. We thrive in Sustainable projects through our use of Geothermal Technology.