Post by acho on May 31, 2016 1:16:21 GMT -6
ENTRY # 496759853
Learning Pavilion: Adaptable Classrooms in Abetenim, Ghana
By Adrian Cho
By Adrian Cho
Design Statement:
Integrating local traditions into modern architectural principles, the Abetenim community secondary school proposes a modular-type design of classrooms in a 1-storey building, where 10 highly functional and modular units are assembled to form a courtyard. Each classroom can accommodate at least 48 students and a teacher, providing an adequate space for large group of students to learn.
Key themes of the design revolve around high sustainability and environmental friendliness. Part of the aim is to enable cost-efficient construction that could be easily executed by local unskilled workers with the use of local materials.
The building complex has a wooden frame structure with a trench filled foundation. Such a construction method would effectively utilize low-cost materials available without sacrificing the functional aspect of the building. To keep in line with the key themes of the project, the walls of the building are produced by mixing recycled glass bottles with earth.
There are several important features that enlarge the functionality and sustainability of the building. A water tank is provided to collect rain water for daily uses. Walls made of glass bottles allow sunlight to pass through, thereby reducing the energy consumption of the building for lighting. In light of the high incidence of flooding, the floor is elevated to minimize damage during a flood. The walkway is covered by roof to provide a shelter for students during recess.
Budget: Foundation: Concrete - $2000 Gravel - $200
Wall: Earth - $0 Cement Sand - $900 Bottle - $0
Structure: Hardwood Frame - $3000
Roof: Corrugated Sheet - $700
Fittings: Frame - $200 Blinds - $300
Miscellaneous: Plumbing - $200 Water Tank - $50 Electrical - $200
TOTAL: - $7750
Integrating local traditions into modern architectural principles, the Abetenim community secondary school proposes a modular-type design of classrooms in a 1-storey building, where 10 highly functional and modular units are assembled to form a courtyard. Each classroom can accommodate at least 48 students and a teacher, providing an adequate space for large group of students to learn.
Key themes of the design revolve around high sustainability and environmental friendliness. Part of the aim is to enable cost-efficient construction that could be easily executed by local unskilled workers with the use of local materials.
The building complex has a wooden frame structure with a trench filled foundation. Such a construction method would effectively utilize low-cost materials available without sacrificing the functional aspect of the building. To keep in line with the key themes of the project, the walls of the building are produced by mixing recycled glass bottles with earth.
There are several important features that enlarge the functionality and sustainability of the building. A water tank is provided to collect rain water for daily uses. Walls made of glass bottles allow sunlight to pass through, thereby reducing the energy consumption of the building for lighting. In light of the high incidence of flooding, the floor is elevated to minimize damage during a flood. The walkway is covered by roof to provide a shelter for students during recess.
Budget: Foundation: Concrete - $2000 Gravel - $200
Wall: Earth - $0 Cement Sand - $900 Bottle - $0
Structure: Hardwood Frame - $3000
Roof: Corrugated Sheet - $700
Fittings: Frame - $200 Blinds - $300
Miscellaneous: Plumbing - $200 Water Tank - $50 Electrical - $200
TOTAL: - $7750