The British School located in Tokyo gets a new balcony and outdoor teaching spaces designed by architecture firm Heatherwick Studio. It is along the south of Azabudai Hills and it is comprised of timber structures that have curved roofs and green accents. It chose to lean on a more visually soft design due to the blocky form of the building.
The studio speaks to Dezeen about the inspiration, stating "The client wanted the school to have a different but complementary character to the rest of the Azabudai Hills scheme. As such, it nestles within the pavilion and landscape scheme we've created, overlooking the central garden plaza to the north. The client also wanted it to have a strong individual presence on the street that didn't feel commercial or business-like. They wanted it to feel friendly and approachable, like a school!"
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What's Driving This Trend
- Outdoor Teaching Spaces
- The design of outdoor teaching spaces at the British School in Tokyo by Heatherwick Studio showcases an opportunity for creating interactive and engaging learning environments.
- Timber Structures
- The use of timber structures in the design of the balcony and outdoor teaching spaces at the British School in Tokyo presents an innovation opportunity for sustainable and eco-friendly construction methods.
- Curved Roofs
- The incorporation of curved roofs in the design of the balcony and outdoor teaching spaces at the British School in Tokyo offers a chance to explore unconventional architectural styles and forms.
Who This Affects Most
- Education
- The design of outdoor teaching spaces at the British School in Tokyo highlights the potential for innovation in the education industry, specifically in creating dynamic and stimulating learning environments.
- Architecture
- The use of timber structures and curved roofs in the design of the balcony and outdoor teaching spaces at the British School in Tokyo paves the way for disruptive innovations in architectural design and construction techniques.
- Sustainability
- The focus on timber structures and eco-friendly construction methods in the design of the balcony and outdoor teaching spaces at the British School in Tokyo showcases opportunities for disruptive innovations in sustainable building practices.
