Minneapolis Public Schools

Loring Elementary School

An Updated, Welcoming, Flexible and Safe Environment

Loring Elementary School, originally built in 1928 and spanning 61,000 square feet, serves kindergarten through fifth grade students. The district’s vision aimed to modernize this school into a welcoming, flexible, and safe environment centered around students and community values. Collaborating with the district, the LHB team designed major renovations including a secure entrance and administration wing, a new elevator for accessibility, a complete kitchen overhaul, mechanical and plumbing systems upgrades, and electrical/technology infrastructure replacement to achieve this vision.

Project Type Addition and Renovation
Location Minneapolis, MN
Completion Date August 2019
Size 61,000 square feet
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Cool and Comfortable Classrooms

The electrical and technology upgrades enhanced daily teaching by improving lighting and controls for flexibility. Mechanical upgrades aimed to create better classroom comfort and reduce energy costs.

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Secure Welcoming Entrance Streamlines Safety

The new secure entrance on 44th Avenue offers staff better visibility during bus arrivals and departures, ensuring student safety as they walk to catch their buses.

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