Obsidian Middle School Gymnasium

The Konocti Unified School District partnered with our team to significantly expand the recreational and educational infrastructure at Obsidian Middle School through the construction of a new 6,785-square-foot gymnasium. Designed as a high-performance athletic hub, the facility features a full-sized basketball court engineered to support both competitive play and physical education curricula. The interior is optimized for versatility, incorporating five rows of retractable bleachers that allow the space to transition seamlessly between high-capacity spectator events and open-floor instructional activities. To ensure a professional environment for staff and students alike, the layout includes dedicated locker rooms, private coaches’ offices, and modern restroom facilities.

Architecturally, the building prioritizes both functionality and efficiency. The integration of strategically placed skylights floods the court with natural light, reducing reliance on artificial lighting during daytime hours and enhancing the overall aesthetic of the space. To maximize the footprint’s utility, the gymnasium is equipped with professional-grade retractable basketball equipment, allowing for rapid reconfiguration of the area. This project represents a commitment to delivering durable, state-of-the-art athletic facilities that foster student engagement and support the long-term growth of the district’s extracurricular programs.

Location:

Clearlake, CA

Client:

Konocti Unified School District

Architect:

Quattrochi Kwok Architects

Exterior of a modern gymnasium with a cream and blue facade, featuring bold orange overhangs, large windows, and a professional concrete entryway under a clear blue sky. Interior view of a well-lit gymnasium with a wooden basketball court where several people are playing. The gym has high ceilings with exposed beams and skylights, multiple retractable basketball hoops, blue wall padding, and blue bleachers along the back wall. A side view of a large, modern gymnasium building. It has a cream-colored upper section, a blue lower section, and a bright orange overhang above a side entrance with concrete stairs. Three large, square translucent panels are high on the wall. The foreground features landscaping with dark wood chips and small plants under a clear blue sky. Front entrance of a red and cream building labeled "San Leandro Unified School District" with a flagpole and paved parking lot.