We design school buildings as open, naturally lit and functionally connected units that support education and community life. The architecture of the schools is based on the context of the site and combines modern learning environments with natural exteriors, sports and social areas. We believe that quality school buildings should be accessible, sustainable and vibrant for the long term – for pupils, teachers and the wider community.
Architecture that supports education
The spatial arrangement of the school buodova is designed to support various forms of learning – from classical frontal to group work to individual study. We complement classrooms with open areas for informal gatherings, quiet corners for concentration and creative workshops where students can engage in projects and experimentation. Sports infrastructure is an integral part of the design – it includes gyms, outdoor playgrounds, running tracks, workout zones or climbing walls. As a result, the school buildings naturally promote an active lifestyle and student health. We view the natural exterior as an extension of the classroom – gardens, green roofs and outdoor classrooms allow for environmental and experiential learning to be implemented on campus.
Sustainability and technology
Our school buildings are designed with an emphasis on long-term energy efficiency and low operating costs. We use modern technologies such as heat pumps, air recovery, rainwater management and photovoltaic systems. We select materials with regard to their durability, ecological footprint and ease of maintenance. We favour natural and recyclable materials that create a healthy and pleasant environment. Flexibility is key for us – classrooms and common areas can be quickly adapted to new teaching trends or other purposes, such as cultural events, thanks to sliding walls and modular equipment.
School as a community centre
A modern school should be open not only to students but also to the local community. That’s why we design school buildings that include multi-functional spaces for the public – be it sports facilities, auditoriums, libraries or galleries. We also emphasize safety and clear wayfinding on campus to make access pleasant for everyone – from children to the elderly.
Example: the Cambridge International School
The design of Cambridge International School is an example of how historical context can be combined with modern educational architecture. The project draws inspiration from the rich historical and urban context of the Patrónky campus and combines cutting-edge technology with a sustainable approach. The campus is designed as a modern educational and social centre for students and the general public. It includes spaces for teaching, sports activities and cultural events, with a large part of the area being a multifunctional playground, regularly used by the school and local communities.
The proposal also includes the renovation of the historic printing plant building, which will be transformed into the creative part of the campus – the Arthouse. This facility will provide space for art workshops, exhibitions and cultural programming, strengthening the school’s connection to local cultural life. The Cambridge International School project is an example of how school architecture can respond sensitively to local history, current educational needs and future challenges.
Our vision for school buildings
We design schools that are more than buildings – they are places where education is intertwined with community life, culture and nature. We see every project as an opportunity to create an environment that inspires, protects and connects. Whether renovating historic buildings or building entirely new campuses, our goal is to make school architecture functional, aesthetic, sustainable, and above all, vibrant – for current and future generations. That is why, for example, the school we designed for Jílovsko is a wooden building.
Bundled schools
A federated school is advantageous for smaller communities in that they share the costs and responsibilities – instead of each community struggling to maintain its own school, they join forces and together provide quality facilities and teachers. This makes the school more stable, less vulnerable to fluctuations in the number of children, and offers children a wider range of learning and leisure activities. An example of such a school is our Union School Pode Vsí.
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