From the 2025 Educational Interiors Showcase: Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Science Addition
Key Highlights
- Energy-efficient systems such as geothermal and solar power reduce the addition's environmental impact.
- Biophilic design elements like natural light and outdoor learning spaces support student well-being and engagement.
The Net Zero Science Addition at Homewood-Flossmoor High School in Flossmoor, Illinois, exemplifies the school’s dedication to sustainability and STEM education. The building boasts energy-efficient features like geothermal, solar power and a high-performance building envelope. Biophilic elements—natural light, outdoor learning spaces and native gardens—enhance student well-being and creativity while promoting environmental responsibility and energy-efficient practices. The Science Addition enhances STEM education with 13 advanced science labs plus a central chemical lab. Designed with sustainability and biophilic principles, these spaces combine functionality with aesthetics to inspire curiosity and learning.
Read more about Homewood-Flossmoor High School's Science Addition and view a photo gallery at SchoolDesigns.com.