Set in Vietnam, the Farming Kindergarten built by Vo Trong Nghia Architects was made to promote sustainability amongst young children. Looking back on most childhood education systems from people in their 20s and 30s these days, it's tough to remember much information about creating a sustainable future. These kids, however, are a step ahead thanks to this design.
The school is built in an open oval manner, with the central part being open so that kids can play in the sun. Overall the design was formed to promote a healthy understanding of nature, and not avoid disconnecting kids from this outside environment. As such, many of the lessons are taught outside so as not to create this divide at an early age. Photo Credits: designboom, votrongnghia
Sustainability-Promoting Schools
Vo Trong Nghia Architects Complete the Farming Kindergarten
Trend Themes
1. Sustainability Education - There is a growing trend of promoting sustainability education at an early age to create a more environmentally conscious generation.
2. Nature-inspired Architecture - The use of natural materials and open designs in architecture is on the rise to promote a connection with nature and support sustainable living.
3. Outdoor Learning Environments - There is a trend of creating outdoor learning environments to promote a healthy understanding of nature and prevent disconnection from the environment.
Industry Implications
1. Education - Innovative sustainability education programs and facilities can disrupt the education industry and create more environmentally conscious individuals.
2. Architecture - Using natural materials and creating open designs can disrupt the architecture industry and promote sustainability and a connection with nature.
3. Environmentalism - Developing outdoor learning environments and promoting sustainability education can disrupt the environmentalism industry and create a more environmentally conscious society.