英格兰小学作为一个面积约2900平方米的新型小学设施,它在满足校园基本需求的同时,巧妙地与周边农业社区的环境相融合。项目设计不仅解决了洪水问题,还突出展现了镇上独特的网格布局,为学生提供灵感,同时创造了急需的户外课堂空间。设计以学生为中心,建立了新的教育基准,拥抱自然环境,为学习和成长创造了有利条件。
England Elementary School seamlessly integrates with its farming community surroundings while addressing fundamental campus needs. The site creativelyresolves flooding issues and celebrates the unique grid juxtaposition of the town. Energizing spatial configurations inspire student engagement and createmuch-needed outdoorroom space. With a focus on student encouragement, the design sets new benchmarks in educational infrastructure and embracesconnections to the outdoors, creating a conducive environment for learning and growth.
▼项目鸟瞰,Ariel view of the project©Timothy Hursley
项目概述Project Description
英格兰小学位于阿肯色州英格兰镇,一个拥有2445名居民的小型农业社区。该设计旨在激发学生灵感,将校园与周围环境无缝连接,同时满足社区的需求。这座新小学设施体现了其所在地点的精髓,代表了以农业为基础的社区精神,并克服了各种挑战,确立了教育基础设施的新标杆。专注于可持续性、功能性和学生的鼓励,英格兰小学成为教育建筑与环境和谐共存的典范。它不仅满足教育目的,还成为社区的重要地标。
England Elementary School, nestled in the small farming community of England, Arkansas, a town boasting a population of 2,445 residents, is a designintended for student inspiration that seamlessly integrates its surroundings and addresses the needs of the community. This new elementary school facilityembodies the essence of its location, represents the spirit of an agricultural-based community, and overcomes various challenges, thereby setting newbenchmarks in educational infrastructure. With a focus on sustainability, functionality, and student encouragement, England Elementary School emerges as atestament to the symbiotic relationship between educational architecture and contextual environments. It not only fulfills its educational purpose but also serves as a focal point of the community.
▼项目鸟瞰,Ariel view of the project©Timothy Hursley
学校位于一片占地9英亩的宁静社区内,设计充分利用了城市网格和农业土地网格的独特交错布局,将学校布局与动态框架和谐融合。同时,该设计为校园长期存在的洪水问题提供了创新解决方案。景观设计采用可持续的水资源管理技术,包括战略布局的生物雨沟、柏树林和受灌溉渠启发的蜿蜒防洪渠道,有效减轻暴雨影响,减少径流。这种设计理念拥抱可持续生态系统,促进自然资源的保护,同时支持年轻一代的教育发展。灵感源自区域特色的牛轭湖,项目在防洪设计中融入流动性和有机形态。新校园的建成取代了陈旧的小学建筑,抓住这一契机从基础重新开始,解决了许多被忽视的校园设计问题,例如优化繁忙的接送线路,提升学生的日常学习体验。
▼设计充分利用了城市网格和农业土地网格的独特交错布局,the design capitalizes on the juxtaposition of city grid and the rigid agricultural farmland grid©modus studio
Situated on a 9-acre site in this serene bedroom community, the design capitalizes on the unique juxtaposition of a skewed city grid and the rigid agricultural farmland grid, integrating the school’s layout harmoniously within this dynamic framework. The design also offers a creative solution to the perennial issue offlooding on the campus. The innovative landscape approach incorporates sustainable water management techniques, such as strategically positionedbioswales, cypress groves, and irrigation canal-inspired meandering flood control channels, effectively mitigating the impact of heavy rainfall and reducingrunoff. The design embraces the concept of a sustainable ecosystem, promoting the conservation of natural resources while nurturing the educationaldevelopment of young minds. Drawing inspiration from the region’s prominent geographical features, the site is influenced by oxbow lakes and embraces fluidityand organic forms within the flood-control-focused design. By replacing an outdated elementary building, the school takes advantage of the opportunity to startfresh in these other, often forgotten, aspects of campus design. The educational experience for the students is still enhanced while other everyday problems faced by schools, such as the logistical challenge of a lengthy drop-off and pick-up line, are thoughtfully rectified.
▼学校外观,exterior of the school©Timothy Hursley
英格兰小学的室内设计完美结合了地方美学、动态照明和充满活力的空间布局,营造出鼓励学生参与和社区互动的环境。设计中大量使用了当地的柏木,为空间增添了温暖和真实感。在入口处,柏木的运用创造了一种自然且充满地方特色的氛围,象征着与自然的联系,同时也致敬了区域的建筑传统。此外,建筑师的工作室创作了精美的艺术作品,这些作品从当地柏树林汲取灵感,将项目的背景故事细腻地融入其中,激发了学生、教职员工和社区的自豪感和归属感。
▼体块生成,massing generation progress©modus studio
The interior architectural design of England Elementary School embodies a harmonious blend of local aesthetics, dynamic lighting, and invigorating spatialconfigurations, resulting in an inspiring environment that fosters student engagement and community Throughout the building, design elementsincorporating local cypress lend a sense of warmth and authenticity to the spaces. At the entrance, the use of cypress creates an inviting ambiance,symbolizing a connection to nature and embracing the architectural heritage of the region. Moreover, the architect’s fabrication shop has contributed exquisiteart pieces that intricately weave together the contextual story of the project. These artistic creations, inspired by cypress groves in the region, evoke a senseof pride and ownership among the students, faculty, and the wider community.
▼学校入口,entrance of the school©Timothy Hursley
动态照明在提升学校整体学习环境方面起到了关键作用。光线的巧妙运用不仅创造了视觉上引人入胜的空间,还支持学生的专注力和健康,营造出有利于学习的氛围。空间中的几何布局通过独特的角度和形式鼓励创造力和探索,打破传统教室的格局,为学生带来全新的学习体验。
Dynamic lighting plays a pivotal role in enhancing the overall learning environment of the school. The interplay of light not only creates a visually stimulatingenvironment but also supports the students’ focus and well-being, promoting a conducive atmosphere for learning. Energizing geometries of the spacesencourage creativity and exploration, with thoughtfully designed areas of unique angles and forms that transcend traditionalroom layouts. This deliberatedeparture from conventional design fosters a sense of curiosity and inspires students to thrive academically and socially.
▼动态照明,dynamic lighting©Timothy Hursley
▼光线的巧妙运用,the interplay of light©Timothy Hursley
学校设计中最引人注目的一大特色是上下两层之间的互动空间,这不仅创造了视觉上的动态感,还促进了学生间的交流。开放且互联的布局让不同年级的学生能够互动和学习,增强了团队合作和友谊的培养。层叠的设计还提供了独特的视角,让学生可以观察不同楼层的活动和事件,进一步激发他们的好奇心和参与感。
One of the most notable features of the school’s design is the purposeful engagement between the first and second floors that not only creates a visuallycaptivating spatial dynamic but also promotes student interactions. The open and interconnected layout encourages students from different grade levels tointeract and learn from one another, fostering a sense of camaraderie and collaboration. The overlapping design also provides unique vantage points, allowing students to observe activities and events on different levels, further inspiring their curiosity and engagement.
▼层叠的设计,the overlapping design©Timothy Hursley
▼上下两层之间的互动空间,the purposeful engagement between the first and second floors©Timothy Hursley
鉴于过去疫情的影响,设计特别融入了覆盖式户外课堂空间。这些空间与周边景观无缝融合,为学生提供了一个安全且充满灵感的学习环境。这种对户外课堂需求的创新响应体现了学校在适应性和韧性方面的承诺,确保学生获得不间断的教育机会。此外,设计考虑了本地气候的重要性,在设施入口处巧妙设置了遮阳棚和阴凉区域。这些空间不仅为学生提供了避暑之地,还成为学生聚集和社交的场所,进一步增强了社区感。
Acknowledging the influence of the recent pandemic, the design thoughtfully incorporates covered outdoorroom spaces. These spaces, seamlesslyblending with the surrounding landscape, provide a safe and inspiring environment for students to learn and engage with nature. This innovative response tooutdoorroom needs demonstrates the school’s commitment to adaptability and resilience, ensuring uninterrupted educational opportunities for thestudents. Recognizing the significance of shade and comfortable spaces in the local climate, meticulously designed overhangs and shaded areas areincorporated at the entrances to the facility. These features not only provide relief from the scorching sun but also create inviting gathering spots for students, fostering a sense of community and encouraging social interaction. By thoughtfully integrating these elements into the design, England ElementarySchool offers an environment conducive to learning, recreation, and personal growth.
▼室内活动空间,indoor activity space©Timothy Hursley
▼户外活动空间,outdoor activity space©Timothy Hursley
▼入口处遮阳空间,shading space near the entrance©Timothy Hursley
英格兰小学的新设施展示了建筑的变革力量。其设计不仅满足了社区的教育需求,还赞颂了与自然环境的联系以及公共空间的重要性。通过优先考虑开放空间和社区设施,学校促进了学生之间的互动团结和学生的全面发展。
This new facility stands as a testament to the transformative power of architecture. Its design not only meets the educational needs of the community but alsocelebrates the connections to the outdoors and the significance of communal spaces. By prioritizing open areas and communal facilities, the school facilitatesinteraction, fosters a sense of unity, and encourages the holistic development of the students.
▼夜景,night view©Timothy Hursley
▼平面图,plan©modus studio