ISK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
CLIENT: INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF KENYA
PROJECT COST: KES 700 MILLION
YEAR OF COMPLETION: 2015
The circulation area is well protected from direct sun and rainfall. The outdoor activity areas are well shaded bringing in diffused sunlight and good wind. The corridors have their own character and are carefully designed, spacious, with natural lighting, for easy occupation. “ Natural daylight is an incredible motivator learning spaces, so the internal activity areas areas are characterized by natural skylights which provides pleasant and diffused light…….. “
The brightness and softness of light differs according to the tie of the day which regulates the dramatic light gesture.
The walls and the floors wait calmly for the moment to reveal striking shadow patterns.
Internally, naturally sunlit activity and break out areas ensures an interactive and inclusive environment.
The form of the project was also heavily influenced by need to respect and envelope the ancient trees on site. The walls and the floors wait calmly for the moment to reveal striking shadow patterns. Internally, naturally sunlit activity and break out areas ensures an interactive and inclusive environment.
