Opened to students in Fall 2020, the Samuel Mills Sprole School (PS 32 K) underwent its first large-scale renovation and addition. The 1950s-era brick H-shaped building has been expanded to accommodate a growing population and replace outdated temporary classroom units (TCU). The new addition extends the central corridor spine eastward and allows each grade to cluster in distinct wings. Relocating the main entrance to Union Street connects the school administration and new cafeteria with direct access to the large playground where drop-offs and pick-ups take place. The exterior brick was selected to match the existing building, with window and brick detailing selected to be modern and expressive. A new through-block playground with a farming area, ball play area and climbing zone provide recreation for active and passive play.

Client: New York City School Construction Authority.
Program: institutional (education).
Size: 54,000 SF, 3 stories.
Team: Structural Engineering: Ysrael A. Seinuk. Mechanical Engineering: Loring Consulting Engineers. Civil Engineering: Yu & Associates Engineers. Landscape Design: Abel Bainnson Butz. Lighting: Domingo Gonzalez Lighting Design. General Contractor: Citnalta Construction Corp. General Contractors. Expeditor: KM Associates of New York.
Photography: Albert Vecerka / ESTO.