Marmon Mok K-12 Learning Book

K-12 LEARNING

OVERVIEW

At Marmon Mok, we have collaborated with more than 10 school districts across Texas. Our work spans over 60 projects, including feasibility studies, programming, master planning, new construction, and renovations. Our diverse portfolio ranges from district-wide master plan updates and renovations of administrative offices to the construction of new elementary, middle, and high school campuses, athletic facilities, and specialized learning environments.

We offer designs that prioritize the thoughtful organization of space, adherence to strategic planning, change management, sustainable design, and safety. Ensuring a secure and nurturing environment for students and staff is at the forefront of our planning and design process. Our projects incorporate the latest security features and protocols, providing peace of mind for parents, educators, and the community.

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SERVICES ARCHITECTURE We expand expectations. Architecture is an opportunity to improve people’s lives in both tangible and emotional ways that are often not anticipated in the beginning of a project. These unexpected opportunities enrich our work and amplify a project’s potential.

MASTER PLANNING For every campus planning project, our team combines the technical knowledge of data gathering and analysis for predicted campus growth with an artistic vision of defining campus spaces. We apply creative directions in campus planning to updating specific campus districts, developing new building initiatives, and rebranding efforts.

INTERIOR DESIGN + FF&E Interior design and FF&E (furniture, fixtures, and equipment) work together to enhance spaces. Our interior design services aim to create environments that blend beauty and functionality, focusing on layouts and finishes. FF&E involves selecting and coordinating movable elements like furniture and lighting. Together, they create cohesive and uplifting spaces tailored to any project’s size or budget, improving daily life through thoughtful design.

SUSTAINABILITY + WELLNESS Sustainability and wellness go hand in hand. Prioritizing environmental stewardship and promoting wellness is crucial for our client’s well-being today and for future generations. Our design philosophy prioritizes sustainability from the beginning of each project. We aim to create visually appealing environments through thoughtful land use, mindful material selection, and responsible resource management.

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METHODOLOGY DISCOVER Every project is an exciting journey that allows us to delve deep into the vision, goals, constraints, and other factors that ultimately shape a building. We take pride in creating a uniquely tailored solution for our clients, leveraging every resource at our disposal to deliver the best possible outcome.

DESIGN Design is a way of thinking. We believe that every place should elevate the spirit of every person. Focusing on the user experience to craft great places where people want to work, learn, play, and heal. Our team’s focused and skillful problemsolving helps us deliver the best solutions for each project and leads our clients where they want to go.

DONE The resulting building is the physical manifestation of the careful and thoughtful consideration applied through discovery and design.

“Their attention to detail in making sure the client comes first was their priority from start to finish on this project. The key being their responsiveness with suggestions as well as recommendations, along with follow up.

As a customer with a tight budget and a tight timeline...the Marmon Mok team met all of our expectations..”

Stan Laing Executive Director of Athletics | Northside Independent School District 5

TOOLS RENDERINGS & VISUALIZATION We use renderings to give our clients an accurate view of the completed space. The client can visualize the finished design and easily make alterations before anything has been constructed.

This is also a great tool for the owner to market to potential donors for fundraising.

VIRTUAL REALITY We are exploring new ways to help clients interact with their space during the design phase. Our visualization team can immerse you in your future space for you to walk around and experience the design first hand.

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21ST CENTURY LEARNING We design K-12 learning environments that foster curiosity, collaboration, and creativity. Our flexible spaces, infused with natural light and advanced technology, cater to diverse learning styles. We create adaptable areas—like neighborhoods, collaboration spaces, and maker spaces that empower students and educators.

AUGMENTED REALITY AR gives you the ability to see an architectural hologram mixed with the environment. The lens adds a layer of digital 3d models to its real surroundings. Allowing the viewer to stay connected to its surroundings while seeing the virtual model.

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JUAN M. ALVARADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SOUTHWEST ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

The new Southwest Independent School District (SWISD) elementary school addresses the district’s rapid growth. Located in southwest Bexar County, the school aims to meet the educational needs of the SWISD community while creating a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff. Designed to accommodate 800 students and faculty, the school will feature secure and collaborative learning spaces, reduce energy consumption, and plan for future expansion. The classrooms are arranged in “neighborhoods” around flexible, collaborative break-out spaces along the corridors. The site layout will ensure an appropriate scale for students, provide easy access for teachers, and establish an efficient drop-off and pick-up system for parents.

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MCAULIFFE MIDDLE SCHOOL MODERNIZATION & ADDITIONS

SOUTHWEST ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

Built in 1990, Christa McAuliffe Middle School had never undergone renovations. Southwest ISD sought to update the building, increase its student capacity from 900 to 1,200, and enhance the facilities for a better student experience. Marmon Mok collaborated with the district to evaluate the facility, identify priorities, and develop a renovation and addition plan that aligned with their budget and goals. We added three new areas and renovated existing spaces to meet the growing programming needs. Our team delivered a costeffective solution to seamlessly integrate the new and existing areas, ensuring a consistent look throughout the school.

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HIDDEN COVE ELEMENTARY ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS

SOUTHWEST ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

The campus program focused on replacing sections of an existing elementary school that faced structural issues with new construction and renovations.

The completed project encompasses approximately 84,000 SF and can accommodate around 800 students. To enhance security, the design team minimized the number of windows while incorporating translucent clerestory panels to provide natural light to the interior of the campus.

TASA/TASB Design Award

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SAMUEL CLEMENS HIGH SCHOOL RENOVATIONS & ADDITIONS

SCHERTZ-CIBOLO-UNIVERSAL CITY ISD | SCHERTZ, TX

Marmon Mok’s renovation of Clemens High School involved extensive additions and updates, including a new 18,685 SF CTE shop building, a twostory administration building spanning 37,936 SF, a 10,830 SF practice gym, and a 66,183 SF auditorium complete with locker rooms and studios. Minor renovations to the existing building included restroom upgrades, technology enhancements, and lighting replacements. The project also introduced 21st-century features such as remote media spaces for collaboration and specialized CTE labs for forensics, healthcare, and culinary arts.

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DOBIE JR. HIGH SCHOOL MODERNIZATION & ADDITIONS

SCHERTZ-CIBOLO-UNIVERSAL CITY ISD | SCHERTZ, TX

The project aimed to establish a new main entrance and enhance traffic flow for pedestrians, buses, and cars. It included the addition of new classrooms, computer labs, expanded food service areas, PE locker rooms, and administrative spaces to increase the school’s capacity to 1,400 students.

The design prioritized fire safety by dividing the facility into fire-safe compartments. The new two-story classroom addition and renovations to the administration area improved staff communication and modernized the campus’s appearance. A key challenge was maximizing the use of existing facilities, which was accomplished by centralizing the new main entrance and creating a central corridor.

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SAM RAYBURN MIDDLE SCHOOL MASTER PLAN & LIBRARY REPLACEMENT

NORTHSIDE ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

Sam Rayburn Middle School, originally designed by Marmon Mok, has seen many updates over the years. The most recent project involved replacing the aging PE/Athletics and Band building. While the initial plan was to rebuild in the same location, a master plan study recommended separating the athletics and band facilities to better align with related campus areas. The project was then expanded to include a new library building. The design team focused on minimizing disruption to school operations through phased delivery and effective cost management.

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DR. JOHN FOLKS MIDDLE SCHOOL

NORTHSIDE ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

This middle school project involved the construction of a new campus for grades 6-8, designed to accommodate a permanent population of 1,200 students at opening, with core facilities planned for 1,500 students. The project features a two-story classroom and administration building, a physical education gym, a dining and kitchen facility, and academic support spaces. Additionally, it includes remotely monitored, computer-controlled environmental systems with networked technology capabilities. The nearly 35-acre site has a triangular shape. It encompasses vehicle parking and circulation areas, separate covered lanes for buses and parent vehicles, tennis and basketball courts, fully accessible athletic fields, and utility extensions for future temporary academic facilities.

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WILLIAM J. BRENNAN HIGH SCHOOL

NORTHSIDE ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

This high school includes over 70 classrooms, 16 science labs, and 15 computer labs, along with a cafeteria, library, gymnasiums, and theater spaces. The school features a two-level circulation corridor that connects all major program areas. A standout element is the state-of-the-art 1,200-seat theater, which includes a fly loft, advanced theatrical technology, and a 1,300 SF orchestra pit with a lift floor. The theater serves as a flagship feature for both the school campus and the surrounding community.

TASA/TASB Excellence in Design Award

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BOB BEARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

NORTHSIDE ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

This 94,000-square-foot elementary school campus for Pre-K through fifth grade accommodates a permanent population of 900 students. The campus features a two-story classroom wing, administration offices, a library, dining facilities, and physical education spaces. It includes remotely monitored environmental systems and networked technology. The 16-acre site has a 65-foot elevation change, with some areas unusable due to drainage issues.

Development includes vehicle parking, separate loading lanes for buses and parents, accessible play areas, and utility extensions for future facilities.

TASA/TASB Design Award in Educational Appropriateness

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PAT HENDERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

NORTHSIDE ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

Marmon Mok designed an $18.5 million elementary school campus, for Pre-K through fifth grade. The two-story facility includes classrooms, administrative offices, a library, physical education spaces, a dining area, and a kitchen. Key features include computer-controlled environmental systems and networked technology. The design addresses challenges such as parking, separate loading lanes for buses and parents, accessible play areas, and dedicated facilities for kindergarten and pre-K. Utility extensions for future temporary facilities are also included on the 15.24-acre gently sloping site.

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WALLACE B. JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL

NORTHSIDE ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

Marmon Mok designed a $32 million middle school campus for grades 6-8 for NISD. Situated on 47 acres, the school accommodates 1,200 students and has facilities for up to 1,500. The project includes a two-story classroom and administration building, a gym, dining, and kitchen areas, parking and circulation spaces, separate covered bus and parent loading lanes, tennis courts, and athletic fields with accessibility features. It also features remotely monitored computer-controlled environmental systems with networked technology capabilities.

Texas Construction Magazine Best of K-12 Award

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SANDRA DAY O’CONNOR HIGH SCHOOL

NORTHSIDE ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

Marmon Mok designed a “village concept” for this high school campus, featuring a low building scale to blend with the rural community. Key priorities included flexibility, future expansion, and technological integration.

The campus consists of dedicated buildings for classrooms, administration, agricultural science, vocational training, and a cafeteria, as well as physical education facilities with two gymnasiums. Sports facilities feature football, baseball, soccer, and softball fields, along with a band practice area. The performing arts facility has a 990-seat auditorium and a 1,370-square-foot theater for various productions. Five additional structures were later added to enhance the campus.

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JULIA NEWTON AUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

NORTHSIDE ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

Marmon Mok designed an elementary school campus for Pre-K through fifth grade, located on a site adapted from a previous project. The campus includes a two-story classroom wing, administration offices, a library, physical education facilities, a dining area, a kitchen, and academic support spaces.

The project features remotely monitored environmental systems and networked technology. Key challenges included providing adequate vehicle parking, separate loading lanes for buses and parents, structured play areas, accessibility-focused sports fields, and distinct facilities for kindergarten and Pre-K, all within a compact 11.4-acre, gently sloping site.

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JAMES BONHAM ACADEMY ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS

SAN ANTONIO ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

Originally built in 1889 in the King William Historic District, Bonham Academy focuses on language, science, and fine arts. To enhance these academic areas, the design incorporates 21st-century features, including an expanded and upgraded technology network, plans for an outdoor science laboratory to support agronomy projects, and a black box theater that serves as a multipurpose collaborative space. Renovations to the existing building included updates to the kitchen and cafeteria, while the administration suite and the second-level library were converted into a special education classroom. The planning process involved input from neighborhood residents, parents, and stakeholders.

TASA/TASB School Transformation Star of Distinction

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DAVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL RENOVATION & EXPANSION

SAN ANTONIO ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

The goal for Davis Middle School was to transform the oldest part of the campus into a 21st-century learning environment. To achieve this, all infrastructure was replaced and upgraded to meet current codes and standards. Campus safety was enhanced with new security systems, improved entry sequencing, and updated fire protection and monitoring systems. The design features vibrant colors and bold aesthetics to enrich the experience for both students and staff. Sustainable elements include new roofing and envelope systems, energy-efficient insulated windows, LED lighting with motion sensors, as well as upgraded mechanical systems and controls.

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BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SAN ANTONIO ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

SAISD was looking to update the campus and expand capacity with a new addition while preserving the original 1915 historic school building and retaining the features of the existing site. Marmon Mok designed a siteefficient addition which honored the character of the original historic campus, expanded operations by providing more opportunities for after-hours indoor and outdoor community spaces and improved the campus’s energy efficiency.

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ROY CISNEROS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPUS REPLACEMENT

EDGEWOOD ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

The Roy Cisneros Elementary School campus replacement involved demolishing outdated buildings with structural issues and no apparent entrance. The metal-frame library was retained and renovated, while the damaged gymnasium was torn down. The narrow site sloped toward a drainage channel to the west, and the parking lot on the east was expanded for access from Ruiz and Arbor Streets. The campus is divided into two zones: a public area on the east for administration, a cafeteria/kitchen, a library, and a private area for classrooms and facilities, all secured by ornamental fencing.

The design avoids a “back of house” appearance and includes a marked entrance with a small entry tower as part of the new canopy system.

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MCCOLLUM HIGH SCHOOL RENOVATION & EXPANSION

HARLANDALE ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

Marmon Mok provided architectural services for $12.8 million in additions and renovations to a high school built in the early 1960s, serving 1,600 students.

The cafeteria design aimed to break away from institutional stereotypes, incorporating modern food court trends. The renovations enhanced environmental features, student amenities, and building orientation, promoting flexibility for various uses such as school events and community gatherings while improving security and energy efficiency.

AIA San Antonio Architectural Design & Achievement Award Texas Construction Magazine Excellence in K-12 Design

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SPORTS

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COMPETITIVE SPORTS GYMNASIUM

NORTHSIDE ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

This gymnasium is a single-court venue designed to accommodate basketball and volleyball with seating for 2,500 spectators. The facility features thoughtfully designed acoustics and sound systems, multi-purpose and audiovisual rooms, a large conference area, and well-appointed home and visitor team spaces. Dedicated areas for officials, concessions, public restrooms, administrative offices, and carefully integrated storage spaces support a highly functional facility. While anticipating future technology and audiovisual upgrades, the design enhances current operational efficiency and user experience. Site planning includes updated parking, improved bus and team circulation, a new internal loop road, and improved wayfinding.

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SOUTHWEST NATATORIUM

SOUTHWEST ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

The Southwest Independent School District Natatorium is a full-service community and athletic swimming and diving facility that incorporates advanced pool technology and sustainable design strategies. The centerpiece is a versatile 50-meter pool that can be configured for multiple uses, alongside a four-lane instructional pool, supporting swimming lessons, community swim programs, and competitive events for all grade levels. Spectator seating accommodates 720 upper-level guests with additional seating on the pool deck. Enhanced video technology supports event scoring, video playback, and special event displays. The facility also houses the District Athletics Administration, varsity locker rooms, a strength training room, and a multipurpose classroom, providing a comprehensive environment for developing both swimming and diving athletes.

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SCHERTZ AQUATICS CENTER

CITY OF SCHERTZ & SCUCISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

The Schertz Aquatics Center anchors a civic campus that includes the YMCA, library, senior center, and Veteran’s Plaza, serving as both a community hub and the city’s only indoor aquatics facility. It houses a competition pool, leisure pool, splash pad, outdoor courtyard, locker rooms, spectator seating, and flexible amenity spaces, while also supporting training and competition for local schools. By combining recreation, wellness, and gathering in one place, the facility enriches daily life for residents and expands opportunities for student athletes year-round.

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WALKER & DAVIS NATATORIUM RENOVATIONS

NORTH EAST ISD | SAN ANTONIO, TX

The Walker Pool replacement project transformed an outdated facility into a modern natatorium designed for both athletes and the community. The scope included demolition of the original pool and support buildings, replaced with a new 25-yard in-ground concrete pool that utilizes a prefabricated metal panel wall system, along with a two-story support facility. The new building features a welcoming lobby, administrative and coaching offices, a wet classroom and team room, athletic locker and dressing rooms with public access, elevated bleacher seating for 750 spectators, public restrooms, storage, and mechanical and custodial areas. A fully enclosed connection was created to the adjacent Josh Davis Natatorium on both levels, strengthening operational flow between the two venues.

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“The level of expertise and dedication displayed by Marmon Mok Architecture speaks tremendously about their long-standing commitment to design excellence and superb customer care… Throughout construction, Marmon Mok’s contract administration services have been both professional and pro-active resulting in the development of a true team partnership between the District, Design Team, and General Contractor…

I have relied on Marmon Mok’s qualifications and expertise and have always been extremely pleased with the final construction product and quality of customer service.

In fact, over the past forty years of construction practice, few firms I have known have displayed the design talent, creativity in program and functional layout, and commitment to customer care as has Marmon Mok..”

Garrett J. Sullivan Executive Director of Construction Management and Engineering North East Independent School District

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