School systems around the country are seeking creative solutions for a safer school experience. To meet the need for more space for outdoor learning, the Rowan-Salisbury School System is interested in building outdoor classroom structures for 34 K-12 schools, sized for 12-15 students.

LS3P is working with the System to create concept designs for three different types of open-air structures- a rectangular structure with solid roof to shelter from both sun and rain, a rectangular structure with open roof such as louver or trellis to shelter from sun only, or a round/segmented structure such as a gazebo with solid roof to shelter from sun and rain. Each concept will be scalable to three sizes. The structures will be designed for a maximum budget of $10,000 each for the smaller structures and $18,000 for the larger structures, including construction labor and materials.