Schoolextension
Eichgraben
After a careful consideration between extension and new construction, a separate structure on the newly purchased land seems to be the better choice for several reasons. Despite the disadvantage of not connecting the two volumes when constructing a new building, advantages like a much simpler implementation, economical aspects, better exposure and orientation options, a differentiated development, compatible integration into the local structure and the creation of child-friendly outdoor spaces are created.
Concept
The new structure is designed to have the least possible footprint in the slope. The basement floor made of in-situ concrete jumps back horizontally. This creates generous covered outdoor areas for the children and prevents the glass surfaced classrooms from overheating in the warm season.
The rooms on the ground floor are graded in height so the structural intervention in the slope can be minimized. As a result, a slope stabilization can be avoided and construction costs can be saved. The upper floor is built within a clear grid of prefabricated wooden elements. This ecological construction allows much shorter construction times.
Flexibility
The spatial structure is extremely flexible - the access zones simultaneously serve as group rooms and communication zones. A wide variety of cluster combinations can be formed and a multifunctional use with diverse space combinations is possible. The wooden surfaces create a comfortable atmosphere that encourages children to learn and make their stay as pleasant as possible for them and their teachers.
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