Part of the first phase of OSFC projects which will replace all of the Painesville facilities, the Heritage Middle school exterior reflects the local Western Reserve architecture with low-profile shingle roofs to blend in with surrounding residential areas. The plan separates three grade levels in individual wings, each including a multi-purpose Extended Learning Area space.

High activity areas, including student dining, gym and instrumental/vocal music rooms, share a separate wing. The center entrance provides direct access to the Media Center/Reading Room and adjoining Technology Lab. The public areas include separate after-hours entrances with security partitions to prohibit access to the academic wings during community events.