HIGH SCHOOL IN ZAMBIA

Idea projektu

The concept of the secondary school campus in Africa, specifically in Zambia, is based on wind flow. In this location, a southeast wind prevails with an average speed of approximately 20 km/h. The buildings within the campus are arranged linearly in the direction of this wind because the aim was not to obstruct the wind but to allow it to flow between the buildings. This strategy is intended to achieve a more pleasant climate in this tropical environment for those using the school facilities.

Popis projektu

Regarding the building concept itself, supporting community is important for African people. Therefore, I decided to create a central circular space that serves as the heart of the entire campus. Around this central space, other functions are arranged according to their importance, closer or farther from the center, in a regular 9-meter grid. At the very center, there is a sunken area designed to retain rainwater during the rainy season, creating an interesting natural space for both students and staff.

Technické informácie

In terms of construction, all buildings are based on reinforced concrete foundations. The walls are made from compressed, unfired bricks stabilized with cement — a traditional African construction method. The structures are reinforced with a concrete bond beam, onto which bamboo truss beams are placed. A bamboo grid is laid on top, with roofing made from bioplastics — produced from polylactic acid, corn residues, and wood flour made from lumber processing waste. Around each building, there is a non-structural secondary façade made of bamboo poles.