Inspiring and sustainable study environment for the future
The task
The assignment for Spinoza20first was to design a study environment that is challenging and motivating, and that matches the core values of dalton education. The interior was supposed to stimulate students' autonomy and provide space for exploring cross-domain themes. In addition to paying attention to 21st century skills, there also had to be room for professional knowledge development. The design also had to be sustainable, in line with the transition from Amsterdam's Bajes Quarter to a green and future-proof urban district.
“Open learning plazas contribute to education that transcends the domain.”
About this project
ZENBER Architects designed an interior that seamlessly matches Spinoza20first's vision and core values. The design encourages collaboration and autonomy through an open and spatial layout with learning plazas, grandstand staircases and terraces. These elements create dynamism in the building and support students in their learning process. Each learning square has its own color, which provides clear orientation and reinforces the identity of the different spaces.
Flexible spaces for learning and collaboration
The entrance to the school leads to a central hall, where a multifunctional auditorium and canteen are located. These spaces can be used flexibly and support a variety of activities. The learning plazas are designed for both individual and group work and give students the freedom to shape their own learning process. Colour accents contribute to a safe learning environment by promoting social control.
Green and sustainability as a foundation
A striking aspect of the design is the use of green. Large trees in the voids connect the floors and bring nature inside. This enhances the spatial experience and creates a healthy and inspiring work environment. Sustainability is integrated into the entire design, with materials such as CO2-neutral linoleum floors, ecological furniture and locally sourced ash wood. These elements make the building future-proof and are in line with the green vision of the Bajes Kwartier.
“Learning plazas have color accents for familiarity and orientation.”
Highlights
Collaboration and flexibility
An open layout with learning plazas, grandstand staircases and terraces promotes collaboration and dynamism. The multifunctional auditorium and canteen offer flexibility for various activities.
Recognizability and orientation
Colourful accents provide clear orientation and strengthen the identity of learning plazas, offering a safe and recognisable environment.
Green and nature
Big trees in the voids bring nature inside and create a healthy and inspiring learning environment.
Sustainable materials
The interior uses CO2-neutral linoleum floors, ecological furniture and locally sourced ash wood, making the building future-proof and environmentally friendly.
Credits
Inspiring and sustainable study environment for the future
The task
The assignment for Spinoza20first was to design a study environment that is challenging and motivating, and that matches the core values of dalton education. The interior was supposed to stimulate students' autonomy and provide space for exploring cross-domain themes. In addition to paying attention to 21st century skills, there also had to be room for professional knowledge development. The design also had to be sustainable, in line with the transition from Amsterdam's Bajes Quarter to a green and future-proof urban district.
About this projct
ZENBER Architects designed an interior that seamlessly matches Spinoza20first's vision and core values. The design encourages collaboration and autonomy through an open and spatial layout with learning plazas, grandstand staircases and terraces. These elements create dynamism in the building and support students in their learning process. Each learning square has its own color, which provides clear orientation and reinforces the identity of the different spaces.
Flexible spaces for learning and collaboration
The entrance to the school leads to a central hall, where a multifunctional auditorium and canteen are located. These spaces can be used flexibly and support a variety of activities. The learning plazas are designed for both individual and group work and give students the freedom to shape their own learning process. Colour accents contribute to a safe learning environment by promoting social control.
Green and sustainability as a foundation
A striking aspect of the design is the use of green. Large trees in the voids connect the floors and bring nature inside. This enhances the spatial experience and creates a healthy and inspiring work environment. Sustainability is integrated into the entire design, with materials such as CO2-neutral linoleum floors, ecological furniture and locally sourced ash wood. These elements make the building future-proof and are in line with the green vision of the Bajes Kwartier.
“Open learning plazas contribute to education that transcends the domain.”
“Learning plazas have color accents for familiarity and orientation.”
Highlights
Collaboration and flexibility
An open layout with learning plazas, grandstand staircases and terraces promotes collaboration and dynamism. The multifunctional auditorium and canteen offer flexibility for various activities.
Recognizability and orientation
Colourful accents provide clear orientation and strengthen the identity of learning plazas, offering a safe and recognisable environment.
Green and nature
Big trees in the voids bring nature inside and create a healthy and inspiring learning environment.
Sustainable materials
The interior uses CO2-neutral linoleum floors, ecological furniture and locally sourced ash wood, making the building future-proof and environmentally friendly.
Credits