differentiated open learning environment

Mixed Education

The idea of a "school building" is extended to that of a "public educational building". A public institution, an internal public space, and a school form a place of education.
In order to simultaneously become a place for the public and a place of education, different functions are integrated that can fulfil this duality. A library and media center, for example, will not only be offered for school use, but will be expanded and made freely accessible to the general public. The cafeteria is interpreted as a neighborhood canteen and can also be used for a range of events. More defined and smaller rooms are used for school activities, but can also be reserved by external users for various purposes. Each offer is based on the principle of multi-functionality.
The building is conceived in different temporalities and simplicity of adaptation and flexibility, which has an effect on the materiality of the individual elements. The cores are made of concrete, thus very solid and durable. The ceiling panels are wooden structures and allow adaptation to major changes in use and requirements. Curtains, sliding walls, built-in furniture and walls are used for flexible, spatial definition.