Historic Preservation Meets Modern Innovation at Green Bay’s West High School

ATSR guided the Green Bay Area Public School District through comprehensive facility planning and community engagement, leading to a successful $92 million bond referendum that transformed West High School’s historic auditorium and expanded athletic facilities while preserving the school’s 1920s-era architectural heritage.

Our Process

Community-Centered Planning

• Led district-wide facility study and master planning process
• Strategic post-referendum design implementation across multiple projects
• Phased approach balancing preservation with modernization

Design Features

Historic Auditorium Transformation

The District wanted to preserve the character of the historic school auditorium while updating technical theater design features to accommodate modern performances.

• Sensitive renovation honoring 1920s-era architectural legacy
• State-of-the-art LED lighting and professional-grade audio systems
• Preserved original ceiling wood beams, pillars, and historic light fixtures
• Complete seating upgrade with traditional flip-down seats replacing wooden benches
• New carpeting for improved acoustics and enhanced balcony accessibility

Athletic Facility Expansion

• Weight room addition with natural light and contemporary fitness equipment
• School branding integration reinforcing community pride in West High athletics

Project Impact

The West High School project exemplifies ATSR’s expertise in balancing historic preservation with contemporary educational needs, creating a versatile performance venue and upgraded athletic facilities serving students and the community for generations.