Construction for Education Facilities: First Things to Consider

Building an education facility is a big venture. There are many factors to consider during the process, and much like the school itself, every moving part matters. Whether it’s an elementary school or a daycare center or any other learning space, laying every brick in the right place is critical – metaphorically and literally.

At KBS Companies, our commercial construction experts provide turn-key solutions with incredible results, serving commercial builds across Minnesota. We strive to be the only contractor you need for your education facility project, from design and materials selection to construction and maintenance.

Here are some crucial things to consider as you begin the process!

Communicate With Your Team

Building an education facility is much different than a residential home, office building, or government facility. An education facility has to be conducive to learning, growing, and being a safe space for people of all ages.

As you plan, you must design with a focus on allowing administration, faculty, and students to work together and get things done harmoniously. Children need different types of support as they grow, and the adults in the building have separate needs to consider.

So, as you plan and build this new facility, ensure you have consistent open communication with your team. This includes your design team, the contractors you hire, local and state officials, and anyone else making the education facility project possible.

Invest in Technology

Education and technology have always worked well together. When building a new education facility, incorporating the right technology in your design from the get-go can help create a student experience that is positive and conducive to learning and growing.

Invest in technology that will enhance students’ and teachers’ daily lives. Currently, many education facilities are concerned about sustainability, inclusivity, and technology in classrooms. Tech may include smart boards, laptops, and table stations in the classroom, educational tools, audio/visual equipment, and conference room space for meetings and assemblies.

The technology you invest in may vary depending on the education facility in progress, but doing research beforehand and understanding what it needs to help students advance is critical.

Permitting & Local Laws

An education facility is no average commercial building project. There are not only local permitting laws, property zoning documents, and the like, but your new facility also has to be safe for its students and teachers and follow all necessary documentation. Stay communicative with your team, including those within the scope of building everything by the book.

Hiring a Commercial Construction Expert

Aside from building the ideal education facility for your purpose, you must work with the right contractor. There are many more things to consider, including meeting budgets and deadlines, whether they hire subcontractors or use their own time, and the company’s experience. In addition, check into licensing and certifications, inquiring about past projects.

The best commercial contractors are honest, hard-working, and have the integrity, professionalism, and patience to complete every step. Although you likely have a tight budget for your education facility building project, do not choose a merely cost-effective option. Often, the best contractors are worth their asking price.`  

KBS Companies: Design-Build Services for MN Education Facilities

At KBS Companies in Plainview, MN, we care about every project. We understand that commercial education facility building projects are complex, and you will get the care and attention to detail that you deserve every step of the way.

Let’s start discussing your education facility building project today!