The primary façade envelops the building on three sides using inclined ceramic panels. The vertical air gap within the ventilated light-coloured façade serves to insulate the building from direct solar radiation, prevent condensation built up and reflect the majority of the incoming sunlight. The façade, segmented into 29 large modular types, is designed to optimise natural daylight penetration into the classrooms. Additionally, these inclined surfaces, coupled with recessed double-glazed windows, are strategically articulated to mitigate direct glare. The inclined form of these modules also addresses the client’s practical request to minimise ledges for birds to perch, considered a nuisance in the city’s context with their incessant bird droppings and chatter.

Drawn by Studio SKLIM