Located within the Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport, Orion Jet Center holds a significant position in the heart of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Its prime location serves as a gateway to the private aviation sector and plays an integral role in the region’s transportation network. With major transportation links nearby and a thriving business community, the center serves as a focal point for travelers of all kinds.
Natural light and views of the airport carry into the terminal lobby and passenger lounge through transparency and clerestories.
“Miami-Opa Locka Airport has solidified its place in history with roots dating back to the 1940s when it was used for as a training command by the U.S. Navy during World War II. This 240-acres of mixed-use redevelopment will bring opportunity back to the airport and this new terminal serves as the gateway to generate those opportunities.”Daniel Laggan, AIA, Managing Partner
Knight’s Point K-8 School
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF OSCEOLA COUNTY
Knight’s Point K-8 responds directly to the growing needs of the community, offering a solution that balances efficiency, performance, and future-forward design. Designed to support the expanding school district, the building incorporates advanced energy standards that enhance sustainability while serving as a dynamic educational tool through STEM programming. At the upper levels, flexible Career Technical Education (CTE) spaces provide early exposure to career pathways in business and information technology, while the lower levels are designed to foster an engaging, adaptable environment for younger students. This carefully calibrated design ensures that the school remains responsive to both the evolving needs of its community and the dynamic nature of modern education.
Through bright, vibrant splashes of color and asymmetrical tiling through the interior hallways to create interest as well as aid in wayfinding. The media center, cafeteria, and gymnasium are thoughtfully designed to foster community engagement. Modular furniture adapts to the diverse needs of students, creating a flexible and engaging space for collaborative learning and individual exploration.
Set within a soaring, light-filled volume, the gymnasium showcases an exposed steel truss system that adds structural elegance and ensures unobstructed sightlines. The space blends functionality with a modern aesthetic, creating an elevated venue for sports and community engagement. The campus acts as an emergency hurricane protection area (EHPA) shelter during emergency situations. This is achieved through a reinforced wing which tethers the gymnasium, locker rooms, cafeteria and food preparation areas, while remaining separate from classroom access.
