Asa Mercer Middle School

Asa Mercer Middle School, designed by Bassetti Architects, is a 176,000-square-foot, multi-story facility for up to 1,000 students in the Beacon Hill neighborhood of Seattle. The new school replaces the former school which was constructed back to the 1950s. Paying homage to the history of the school and the rich diversity of the surrounding community was important to consider during planning. Multiple zoning changes were required for the design of the school. With over 95% of the primary structure comprised of wood, the new facility was designed to maximize the benefits of mass timber. The building features CLT panels suspended by tension cables and sloped wood columns. Cornerstone completed the project for the start of the 2025/2026 school year.