Building the Future: Inside the Hooks Family Innovation & Technology Center
There’s something special about walking through a building after the final construction crews have left and seeing the finished product come to life.
That was the experience for our team at Nigro Construction when we recently toured the completed Hooks Family Innovation & Technology Center at Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School.
After nearly two years of construction, the 92,917-square-foot, two-story facility is ready to welcome students for the 2026–2027 school year. Designed to support the future of STEM education, the center features specialized spaces that encourage hands-on learning, collaboration, creativity and innovation.
Designed for What’s Next
From the beginning, this project required thoughtful planning, detailed coordination and close collaboration between Faith Lutheran, the design team, Nigro Construction and our trade partners.
The completed facility includes:
State-of-the-art STEM laboratories with specialized instructional equipment
A dedicated physics laboratory with a custom ceiling mounting system
An environmental science lab with access to an outdoor saltwater tank
Technology-enabled learning spaces
A high-performance esports arena with gaming PCs, premium seating, acoustic treatments and customizable LED lighting
An interactive physics playground
A spacious lobby and multipurpose room
An outdoor courtyard for collaboration, recreation and gathering
Each space was designed with a purpose, creating an environment where students can learn, experiment and explore beyond the traditional classroom.
Celebrating the Finished Project Together
One of our favorite parts of completing a project is getting the opportunity to step back and appreciate everything that went into it.
We recently invited our team to a company walkthrough of the completed facility, giving employees from across Nigro Construction the opportunity to see the finished spaces, learn more about the project and experience the building firsthand.
Not everyone on our team works directly on every project, but everyone plays a role in making our company successful. Coming together to celebrate a completed project is one of the ways we recognize that shared effort and the people behind the work.
For our team, the walkthrough was a chance to celebrate the craftsmanship, collaboration and countless details that went into bringing the Hooks Family Innovation & Technology Center from an idea to reality.
A Project We’re Proud Of
The Hooks Family Innovation & Technology Center is more than another project in our portfolio. It’s a space that will give students the opportunity to build, create, experiment and discover what they’re capable of.
“We’ve built a lot of incredible projects over the past 40 years, but the ones that stand out are the ones where great ideas and great partnerships come together,” said Mike Nigro, president of Nigro Construction. “The Hooks Family Innovation & Technology Center reflects what can be accomplished when a client has a bold vision and the right team is there to make it a reality.”
We’re proud of our team, proud of our partners and proud to have played a part in creating a facility that will help shape the next generation of students in Southern Nevada.