The Westminster Schools, Love Hall

Perched above the main campus quad, the renovation and expansion of Love Hall strengthens the Lower School’s curriculum and after-school program while establishing it as Love Hall’s new front door—offering welcoming spaces and a prominent drop-off zone for families.

Initially slated for Phase 2 of the Master Plan, changing needs and circumstances accelerated the Lower School’s development. Love Hall was advanced on an independent timeline to provide STEAM education at every level of the school.

The addition includes a new suite of art and design thinking labs—similar layouts with shared lab prep and support spaces that allow for growth and programming flexibility. Bi-fold garage doors facilitate a seamless indoor-outdoor classroom experience, fostering experimentation and exploration by creating a flexible and dynamic learning environment that expands beyond traditional boundaries. The labs also open to “Group Teach” spaces, fostering collaboration between classrooms and disciplines.

A new 550-seat auditorium provides the Lower School with more flexibility in their performing arts program to host larger performances, competitions, science and technology fairs. With the addition of a purpose-built auditorium, the cafeteria was also able to be redesigned and expanded purposefully for dining.