Tice Creek School
Walnut Creek, CA
Utilizing Measure D funding, Tice Creek School in the Walnut Creek School District implemented upgrades to facilities, infrastructure, and energy efficiency. As project landscape architect in collaboration with prime HY Architects, GATES led the renovation design of the campus’ outdoor spaces, creating more flexible areas that allow for a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor activities.
The design supports a wide range of programming, both small and large group gatherings, and promote outdoor social activities. Project highlights include six new outdoor classrooms and one learning space for STEAM Classrooms, two outdoor lunch areas around the Multi-Purpose Room with shades, an amphitheater with turf mound under the existing trees, and a new blacktop that extends to the existing ball field.
This project was completed in 2019.
Project Details
The shaded outdoor classroom area doubles as a lunchtime space for students (photo courtesy of HY Architects)
Custom fencing details
Concrete pebbles offer both seating options and play elements
Flexible amphitheater adjacent to the open grass lawn with berm
Overlooking the renovated blacktop from the peak of the grass berm