The Joslyn is Open!
September 13, 2024
The Joslyn has reopened, with a new addition and renovated spaces and grounds for patrons to peruse. Visit the link to see more images and The Joslyn to see it in person!
Read MoreA School for the Community
When we asked the Hillside Design Advisory Committee, “What makes Hillside great?” the overwhelming response was a strong sense of community and student involvement. Everyone involved loves their school but looks forward to a fresh start. Our challenge was to design a new building that captured the essence of their pride while creating learning environments that foster success for both teachers and students.
Location
Omaha, NE
Size
66,600 SF
Scope of Work
New Construction
Date of Completion
Summer 2026
The building was thoughtfully arranged with a public area that includes admin, student commons, and the gym, and a private area that houses classrooms, the library, and specialty rooms. As a three-section school, each grade level was organized as a branch off the main circulation corridor, giving each grade its own identity while sharing collaboration rooms and breakout spaces.
Daylighting and views were key considerations, with windows strategically placed at the end of each grade branch and large windows in every classroom. Through a careful design process the grade-level areas were rotated 30 degrees, allowing each classroom to have views of either the surrounding trees or the central courtyard.
In addition to incorporating biophilic design principles (which aims to connect people with nature in built environments) the design team collaborated with specialists in universal design and neurodivergence. Together, they meticulously reviewed the interior environments, focusing on appropriate materials, color schemes, and furniture choices.
Omaha
1516 Cuming Street
Omaha, Nebraska 68102
p 402.341.1544
f 402.341.4735
Red Oak
302 East Coolbaugh Street
Red Oak, Iowa 51566
p 712.623.6888
Seraphim Mullins
smullins@alleypoyner.com
Anne Hillen
ahillen@alleypoyner.com
Mimi True
mtrue@alleypoyner.com
September 13, 2024
The Joslyn has reopened, with a new addition and renovated spaces and grounds for patrons to peruse. Visit the link to see more images and The Joslyn to see it in person!
Read MoreJune 17, 2024
Community Alliance and APMA have been working together for 30+ years, and we are thrilled about the completion of their new Center for Mental Health! Head to the link to read all about it.
Read MoreApril 30, 2024
We’re growing our team! If you are a talented project architect or construction administrator who wants to put people first, advance design, and build community, please reach out to smullins@alleypoyner.com
Read MoreFebruary 14, 2024
Memoir, a new restaurant near Omaha’s Old Market opened recently. APMA was lucky enough to be involved in the design of the memorable space.
Read MoreNovember 21, 2023
APMA and Assistology recently placed first in the “An ADU for U” competition put on by AARP and the City of Omaha. Follow the link to find out more about the ready-to-build design!
Read MoreNovember 14, 2023
At this year’s AIA Nebraska Excellence in Design Awards Gala, APMA was honored with not one, not two…but five awards! We are truly humbled and eternally thankful to our clients, partners, and staff for helping us Advance Design.
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