Tacoma's Maritime Center grew from a unique partnership between the Port and the school district. Prominently visible from downtown and the Foss Waterway, the two-building campus serves as the headquarters for a major international seaport, a workforce training hub for high school students across the region, and a civic destination that brings new energy and public life to the north end of the Foss Waterway.

A historic Tacoma high school renewed through careful preservation, seismic strengthening, and full systems modernization.

Architecture, landscape, and educational approach are woven together to promote engagement, sustainable practices, and a nurturing environment at Bryant Montessori. 

As a place of safety, learning, and cultural continuity, the design of Neah Bay School reflects deep connection to land and sea, transforming cultural values into a learning environment that safeguards and celebrates community life.

Mount Vernon High School showcases more than just successful modernization; it’s a testament to embracing the potential of historic buildings, fostering campus connections, and rebuilding community trust.

A century-old landmark reawakened—carefully preserved, strategically modernized, and reconnected to its neighborhood to support equitable access, everyday safety, and inspired learning.