What was the brief?
The second project undertaken by G8A for the Odyssey Group in Southeast Asia, La Petite Ecole in Singapore stands as a testament to innovative architectural design tailored for educational spaces. Catering to both kindergarten and primary education with its ten classrooms, the school embraces a vibrant chromatic palette, strategically employed to foster an environment conducive to creativity.
Designed with a "corridor-less" layout, the classrooms are seamlessly connected along a recreational promenade, catering to the needs of all children. This spatial arrangement encourages interaction and exploration, promoting a sense of community within the school environment.
What were the key challenges?
Flexibility is key in this architectural endeavor, as the space adapts to the dynamic rhythms of school life. It transforms effortlessly from a library to a theater stage, from a motor skills development area to a playground, seamlessly accommodating various activities essential to holistic child development.
Beyond its functional aspects, the architectural design of La Petite Ecole is a celebration of learning and play. It incorporates elements that stimulate curiosity and imagination, ensuring that education transcends the confines of traditional classroom settings.
Situated within the dynamic cityscape of Singapore, this architectural marvel stands as a beacon of innovation in educational design. La Petite Ecole not only provides a nurturing environment for young minds to flourish but also serves as a testament to the power of architecture in shaping the future of education.
Team:
Architect: G8A Architects in collaboration with Line Concept Architects
Photography: Nguyen Duy Thanh
Material Used:
1. Flooring: Homogeneous Vinyl Flooring, Gerflor Mipolam STYL
2. Doors: Door Hardware, Hafele
3. Interior lighting: LED, Zenterra Lighting
4. Painting: Dulux
5. Acoustic panels: Polyester Acoustic Panels 9mm, Plain Panels, Heart Acoustic, Pepperwall
6. Bathroom accessories: Genova Industries
