Project Facts
LOCATION
Queens, NY
BUILDING TYPE
High School Annex
SECTOR
K-12 Education
Capacity
555 Students
Completed
2022
Project Overview
The Francis Lewis High School Annex expanded one of New York City’s most heavily enrolled public high schools with 555 additional seats and 18 new instructional spaces. The fully accessible, air-conditioned addition provides modern learning environments while increasing programming flexibility and helping reduce overcrowding across the campus.
Specialized facilities include a commercial-style culinary arts kitchen, science and research laboratories, a rooftop hydroponic greenhouse with an aquaculture system, locker rooms, and a multipurpose event space. Produce grown in the greenhouse can support culinary instruction, connecting science, sustainability, and hands-on career education. The annex officially opened to students in September 2022.
Expanded Learning Space
Eighteen new instructional spaces and 555 additional seats expand academic capacity and provide greater flexibility for student scheduling and programming.
Culinary + Science Programs
A commercial-style culinary kitchen, science laboratory, research space, and rooftop hydroponic greenhouse support hands-on learning across multiple academic programs.
Student + Community Use
Locker rooms and a multipurpose space support student activities, dining, special events, and expanded programming within a fully accessible facility.
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