Burwood
2005

“…it’s a futurist high-tech village which will nurture the hearts and minds of children and probably their teachers too!...”

This 4,000 sq. m. development is a state-of-the-art facility incorporating the most current and advanced intelligence of childhood learning and education. An environment where the interior learning “studios” flow out into landscaped gardens encouraging children to create their own learning experience working in groups and teams where teachers are guides rather than instructors. The environment is sensory rich and reliant on advance technology to keep students connected with external information resources.
 
The building consists of large span flexible floor plates providing maximum internal flexibility. The three floor plates are arranged to create a village with a central piazza forming a communal focal point for students, parents and teachers around a café and congregation space. Learning studios are all north facing with operable glass doors providing access to the landscaped area. This northern façade is fully operable allowing the building to “breathe”.
 
A function centre on the roof is provided for learning and social functions and enjoys panoramic city views.