Creighton Preparatory High School Bell Tower

Creighton Preparatory High School – Lannon Learning Commons and Bell Tower

Omaha, NE

The 53,000 s.f. renovation and addition of the Lannon Learning Commons includes a bell tower and plaza space. The new space is a multi-use building catered to the well-being of the students and will provide counseling services, collaborative spaces that encourage socialization, and a brotherhood culture.

Creighton Preparatory High School Lannon Learning Commons and Bell Tower

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Project Summary

Characteristics
  • Multi-functional building provides students with counseling and common spaces, expanded room for band, art classes and campus ministry
  • Addition expands on the idea of brotherhood and emphasizes the importance of care for the entire person by providing necessary tools for educational, psychological and socioeconomic support
  • The addition also includes a 116’ bell tower that will create a focal point and gathering spot for students before and after class

Unique Challenges

  • Phased renovation
  • Restrictive site
  • High-level of benefactor engagement
  • Accelerated schedule
  • Low ceiling in band room, balance acoustics