Ningbo Hanvos School
education building for DC ALLIANCE
The contradiction between limited project land use and the high demand of teaching mode for the site is the biggest challenge in this design. Under the pressure of the playground, Hanvos School takes the approach of “asking for space from the sky”: the school core public space is located at the top of building terrace, and basic teaching unit rooms are at the bottom of terrace.The way of access is from the bottom up, and public space is not only permeated to the whole campus through different vertical traffic, but also connects different layers of public space as a whole.
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Unique Properties
The contradiction between limited project land use and the high demand of international teaching mode for the site is the biggest challenge in this design. Under the pressure of maximize the playground, Hanvos School takes the approach 'asking for space from the sky': the school core public space is located at the top of building terrace, and basic teaching unit rooms are at the bottom of terrace.
Tags
internationalization, characteristic, Folded Courtyard, Zero Distance,
Production Technology
Materials for wall: Barotropic aerated concrete bloc B6; Thermal insulation material: XPS, Mineral (rock) wool felt, Inorganic lightweight aggregate insulation mortar type C; Energy measures: Rooftop solar energy storage;
Design Challenge
Project Innovation : “Zero Distance” space conversion: on the one hand, the internal space is wrapped by platforms in layers. When room’s door is opened, users will enter continuous public space, and the space conversion in horizontal becomes the shortest; on the other hand, vertical connection becomes the most important element in the space system. The vertical space element is no longer defined as stairs and steps. Vertical height space and terrace are designed in purpose to strengthen communication among different layers. That makes the process of vertical traffic become a process of public activities. Thus a conceptual “Zero Distance” organization mode is created between the internal space and the external space. This organization mode also creates a new space carrier for the new teaching mode.
Project Duration
Time of Completion: 2017.08
Inspiration
"Folded Courtyard" is the core design concept of this school. The stereoscopic organization of school space unfolds in both horizontal and vertical directions. By being bended horizontally, the site is subdivided into different courtyards corresponding to different functional requirements: teaching, activities,livelihood,administration, recreation and etiquette, etc.
Image Credits
Image #1-5: Photographer Liulili, VIDEO : Photographer Liulili,
Project Overview
Ningbo Hanvos School education building has been a Bronze winner in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design award category in the year 2019 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
Bronze Recognition
DC Alliance was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2020, a testament to excellence of their work Ningbo Hanvos School education building.
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Ningbo Hanvos School: A Unique "Folded Courtyard" Education Building Designed by DC Alliance
DC Alliance unveils the innovative "Folded Courtyard" concept for Ningbo Hanvos School, completed in August 2017, to revolutionize international education architecture.
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