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Clay Aurell, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB

Clay Aurell, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB

Santa Barbara, CA, US

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modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
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UCLA Childcare Center

In UCLA’s strategic plan, campus leaders cited access to child care as one of the three most critical factors in recruiting and retaining top faculty, an essential step to maintaining academic excellence. Given the urgent need and lack of suitable on-campus space, UCLA, Bright Horizons and the design team worked to convert the fourth level of the Westwood Marketplace shopping center — the former site of a Longs Drugs store — into classrooms, administrative offices and a reception area.

The adaptive re-use project incorporates floor-to-ceiling windows, colorful finishes and a variety of plants throughout the space. A large outdoor classroom/play area located directly in front of the center leverages the large footprint of the former retail parking area.

 
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Status: Built
Location: Los Angeles, CA, US
My Role: Principal Architect
Additional Credits: Josh Aurell

 
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.
modern childcare facility for 215 students + staff. early childhood development design program. vibrant design | sustainable materials | healthy interiors. 34,131 sq ft.