Sky Ranch Middle School

Reno, NV
Color or Finish: Vintage®, Sedona Rust, Metallic Silver
Color Collection: Vintage®, Rustic, Solid Colors
Architect: VanWort Bigotti Architects
Contractor: Core Construction
Photo Credit: Van Fox Photography

Located in Nevada’s high-desert foothills, Sky Ranch Middle School uses a combination of Steelscape’s Sedona Rust and Vintage® finishes to create a richly layered façade. Sedona Rust adds warmth and ties the building to its desert context, while the variation in standing seam panel widths introduces texture and dimension. The finish’s weathered aesthetic brings a timeless quality that suits both the terrain and the contemporary architectural vocabulary. Its use on accent walls creates striking compositions that shift with changing daylight. Together, the finishes support a durable, visually compelling academic environment.