Chengdong Elementary School 所在城市: Wuxi, China

Embedding nature in the school experience.

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项目类型:
综合体
服务:
建筑设计, 室内设计
工作室:
曼谷
客户:
Wuxi Economic Development Division of the Wuxi Municipal Natural Resources and Planning Bureau

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重要信息

Includes:
Teaching buildings, a gym, multifunctional buildings, administrative buildings, lecture halls, canteens, sports venues, a common area, a playground, a library, indoor green seating, an interactive space, outdoor learning areas and related support facilities.
Area:
61,000m² GBA
Status:
Concept stage

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Designing to aid pupil performance

Chapman Taylor won a design competition to design a nature-inspired new school at the Wuxi Economic Development Zone in China’s Jiangsu Province.

Chengdong Elementary School is a non-profit school on a 5.45-hectare site located in the heart of the Economic Development Zone. Our design for the school puts nature at the heart of the new development, blending the architecture with the natural surroundings to encourage a sense of calm and comfort and aiding the children’s performance.

A wide variety of functions and spaces

The 61,000m² GBA scheme includes teaching buildings, a gym, multifunctional buildings, administrative buildings, lecture halls, canteens, sports venues, a common area, a playground, a library, indoor green seating, an interactive space, outdoor learning areas and related support facilities. The complex is designed to hold about 150 faculty members and between 36 and 60 classes.

Inspired by the local context

The architectural design language draws inspiration from the local context, such as the Huishan clay figurines, the vibrant foliage of the trees, the Scholar’s Rock formation and the dynamic surface movement of Lake Taihu. An expression of native elements in the modern architectural form creates a smooth transition between the buildings and the landscape. The refined architectural style evokes the essence of Wuxi and its architectural heritage through its accent colours, perforated façade pattern and curved lines.

Strong design principles

Four fundamental elements informed the design concept:

- Digital learning capability

- Biophilic design for a calm and peaceful environment

- The use of vibrant colours to brighten up the spaces and improve learning experiences

- Embracing diversity and fostering a culturally responsive approach to teaching.

Biophilic features for calm and comfort

The biophilic elements include a stepped green landscape, a timber louvre for the façade, timber-framed doors and windows, a covered walkway with curved edges, a semi-underground green area, an internal pocket garden and a green roof. The design uses curved edges, natural materials and natural light throughout the buildings, particularly the atrium area and classrooms, helping to create a feeling of calm and a comfortable environment.

Interactive, flexible and digitally enabled

The buildings are interactive, flexible and digitally enabled, anchored by the concepts of “luscious green space” and “touching nature”. The aim is to facilitate the learning process as well as encouraging physical fitness, reducing stress, aiding concentration, enabling creativity, fostering self-discipline and promoting student and staff engagement.

Chapman Taylor created this competition-winning design concept for the Wuxi Economic Development Division of the Wuxi Municipal Natural Resources and Planning Bureau.

Davide De Visdomini

副董事, 曼谷

Davide has over 14 years of experience working in architecture and interior design in Italy, Finland, China and Thailand. He has led many key projects in Europe and Asia, including large-scale residential, hospitality, mixed-use and luxury resorts for international clients. His strength lies in a deep understanding of local cultures and user experiences, using these to integrate the needs of clients with each local context.

Davide oversees the design of our projects in South East Asia, including both architectural and interior design, and he manages delivery for our clients alongside our different specialist teams.

Areas of expertise:

Hospitality / Residential / Mixed-Use / Office

所获奖项

Urban Design & Architecture Design Award 2020 - APR International Design Awards
Urban Design & Architecture Design Award 2020 - APR International Design Awards
All awards
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