Danielle Lewis Featured in Spaces4Learning

A New Perspective: Using Adaptive Reuse Concepts in K-12 Planning

How can adaptive reuse strategies help create innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable learning environments? LaBella’s Danielle Lewis, CID, ALEP, IIDA, WELL AP, explores this topic in a recent article featured in Spaces4Learning.

In the piece, Danielle discusses how repurposing existing buildings can provide K-12 schools with modern, functional spaces that meet the evolving needs of students and educators. By leveraging adaptive reuse, schools can maximize resources, preserve community assets, and promote sustainable design—all while creating engaging learning environments.

We appreciate Spaces4Learning for highlighting this important conversation on the future of educational design.

Read the full article here: https://spaces4learning.com/Articles/2025/03/11/A-New-Perspective-Using-Adaptive-Reuse-Concepts-in-K-12-Planning.aspx

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