THE CREATION

FUTURE SCHOOLS

JOURNEY OF INNOVATION

A school for industrial designers, the cycle of innovation is interwoven through the movement of students between spaces dedicated to the craft.

SITE

The site is located at Selegie Road, adjacent to the Selegie Art Centre.

Located in an art district, there are numerous renowned art schools in close proximity to the site. This creative crowd resultant of the art schools and surrounding art shops, serve as an audience for students to advertise their creations.

AERIAL OF SITE

DESIGN PROCESS

ATRIUM

Central opening cuts across the site, respecting existing pathway and facilitating human circulation

Doubles up as the main entrance

SHOP & EXHIBITION CENTRE

Located along the shop front of Selegie Road, it will attract the creative crowd and advertise the innovative products

It also buffers noise from the road for the upper floors

LECTURE THEATRE, STAFF ROOM, LIBRARY

Located at the base of the studio, the lecture theatre and staff rooms are easily accessible for students, for lessons and to find lecturers

The library is located in a central location for students to access it from throughout the school

CONCEPTUAL BLOCK

The concept block Is located closer to the Selegie Art Centre, as it is more quiet and the view of the windows can be used to inspire students

OVERARCHING IDEA

A central pathway mirrors the design thinking cycle (below), connecting spaces dedicated to the various stages. As students move through this path, they experience a change in mindset and prepare themselves for the next stage in the process.