Posted on By Julie Swartz Categories Current Projects

Elkhorn High School Auditorium Renovation

The Prairie Construction team has been busy renovating the auditorium at Elkhorn High School.

A crucial step in the project was the installation of a beam that serves as a primary support for the structure. The beam was so large that bringing it in three pieces was necessary.  The pieces were then bolted together inside the building and the beam was installed with the help of the ironworkers.

A hole in the roof of the building was made so a large crane could access the beam and pull it up into place.

Click here to watch the installation of this impressive beam:

 

It has been our pleasure to partner with Elkhorn Public Schools for more than 20 years. We value your trust in us and look forward to future school projects in the Elkhorn school district.

Posted on By Julie Swartz Categories Current Projects

Renovation Underway at Skutt Catholic High School

The 2017/18 school year just ended at Skutt Catholic High School and we could not be more excited! Students took their last final on Thursday, May 24 and Prairie Construction began work on a new addition to the school right away!

The focus of the 3500 square foot addition to the southwest corner of the building will be a secure main entrance to the high school, providing additional safety for the students and faculty. The project will also include an enlarged main lobby, secure vestibule and additional office space.

The addition was designed with safety in mind and goes beyond secure doors. The design for the single-story entrance calls for structural steel, brick, EIFS and composite metal panels, as well as aluminum curtain walls for the windows. The result will be a modern attractive front entrance that will provide security for the school.

We are probably just as excited that the students are out of school for summer – we were anxious to get started! Watch for progress throughout the summer. We expect to have the project completed in September, 2018!