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Barile Gallagher & Associates, in partnership with Peter Gisolfi Associates, received the 2025 Outstanding Project Award from Learning by Design Magazine. The award recognizes their work on a newly constructed, seven-story, multi-level educational facility.

The project is the Academic Leadership Charter School, located in a transitioning neighborhood in the Bronx, New York.  Designed to serve a diverse and growing student population, the school provides a welcoming environment that supports learning, development, and long-term community impact.

BGA designed the building’s complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection systems, including:

• High-efficiency boiler plant
• VRF heat pump systems
• Chiller plant serving classrooms and large assembly spaces
• Data communications infrastructure
• Sound system and theatrical lighting
• Emergency generator providing full building backup power

The school provides a high-quality, enhanced learning environment that supports student success.

Photography by ©Robert Mintzes

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