06/18/2026
Richard attended the ribbon cutting for the first implementation of our Outdoor Learning Environment (OLE) guidelines created with Los Angeles Unified School District The 52nd Street Elementary School OLE transforms 2,800 sf of campus space into an outdoor classroom and Microforest. Berliner developed six classroom types that address different curricula and needs specific to the school, such as a Group Learning Area, a Performance Area, a Habitat Planting area, or a Microforest. The classrooms are joined with a service connector housing essentials like the sink and storage shed to create a multitude of multi-purpose OLEs.
Berliner is proud to work with LAUSD to design sustainable, engaging learning environments that inspire curiosity, collaboration, and growth. Our guidelines are now being used to design over 20 OLEs around the District with many more to follow. We are currently working on another OLE implementation at Bassett Street Elementary School.
Congratulations to everyone who has contributed to this vital initiative!
Learn more about the OLE program at https://berliner-architects.com/pp-lausd-ole