The Centre School

A former school house transformed into nine residential apartments.

Schoolhouse Entry

This Old House comes to The Centre School.

Front Walkway at South face of building

Areaway created to bring light into lower level units.

Original side door

Easy access to Lower Level Units. Note restored, bracketed roof hood.

Areaway at Left of Building

Brings light and view into living spaces.

View from the street

Crew celebrates completion!

The Centre School

View looking north.

Lower Level apartment

Granite-surfaced island in Kitchen-Living Room space.

Hall to Lower Level

Railings and life-safety upgrades throughout.

Bedroom

Beautifully restored flooring over 120 years old.

Typical Living Room

Large windows with original, restored trim. Mechanical systems hidden in loft above kitchen and bathroom.

Former Classroom

Apartments created from existing classrooms like this. Note the tall ceilings in the gathering spaces.

Second Floor Hallway

Notice the south light entering the space at left.

Interior Foyer and stair

This common space was preserved and restored to align with Mass Historical Commission requirements.