ArchiSCENE: French American International School
French American International School, Portland, Oregon
Hacker designs the French American International School’s Gilkey International Middle School in Portland
December 21, 2022
Hacker Architects has recently completed works on its latest project, the French American International School’s Gilkey International Middle School. Located in Portland, Oregon, the L-shaped building hugs the wooded campus edge, evoking the idea of a ‘nurse log,’ a fallen tree limb full of nooks inhabited by different critters. The 26,500-square-foot building placement on the site takes advantage of both the natural beauty and the educational opportunities offered by the forested campus. Classroom wings are joined by a social hub where students can gather for lunch or special events. The project improves connectivity among the whole campus with the creation of a pedestrian street, amphitheater, outdoor dining facilities, and a new trailhead deck leading to forested trails. Additionally, the project is compliant with AIA 2030 guidelines and the Energy Trust of Oregon’s Path to Net Zero program.
