Ohio Area Architecture Team Enhances Penta Career Center
Kleinfelder’s Ohio Area Architecture Team is playing a pivotal role in enhancing the educational environment at Penta Career Center, a public vocational high school in Northwest Ohio. Serving over 1,300 students from 16 different school districts, Penta provides career-technical education to students in grades 10-12. The school selected Kleinfelder to lead four capital improvement projects aimed at upgrading and expanding its facilities. These projects are key to supporting Penta’s mission of delivering top-tier vocational training to its diverse student body.
Remodeled Cosmetology Labs
One of the recently completed projects is the renovation of the Cosmetology Labs. The Kleinfelder team delivered comprehensive architectural and engineering design services to transform the labs into state-of-the-art facilities. The remodeled labs now feature a contemporary design, upgraded furniture, new flooring, improved lighting, and an advanced exhaust system. The successful completion of this project was celebrated with an open house event attended by students and their families, showcasing the positive impact of the renovations.
New E-mobility Lab
Looking ahead, the Ohio Architecture Team has designed a new 15,000-square-foot E-mobility Lab for Penta, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to training students in the growing fields of electric vehicle technology and energy systems. The new facility’s design includes multiple labs and flexible classrooms that can be utilized to address current and future electric vehicles, drones, and equipment. The groundbreaking ceremony for this facility is scheduled for Monday, September 16, 2024.
Renovated Building in Springfield Township
In addition to the work at Penta’s main campus, Kleinfelder is also responsible for the design of a new Penta campus located in Springfield Township. This renovated 16,000-square-foot building will house both high school and adult education programs. The new Holland-Springfield campus will offer flexible lab space, traditional classrooms, and administrative offices. The project is on track for completion this fall, further extending Penta’s reach and resources.
Commons Expansion
Lastly, the Ohio Architecture Team is overseeing the expansion of Penta’s student commons area. This addition, expected to be completed by Spring 2025, will increase the space’s capacity by accommodating over 150 students for lunches and providing a versatile venue for community and business meetings.
