Key challenges and solutions

A major challenge was to orient the building in such a way as to take advantage of the climate and not to be over exposed to the elements of weather. A solution was to design the Windows to open to the North – South direction not East – West, building was oriented to capture the Southwest – Northeast winds. Provision was made for Roof Vents (Ventilation), Sun Shading to prototype deep Eaves.

Another critical challenge was to have as many classrooms as possible but avoid the building being too compact and dense. Some strategies adopted include breaking the mass into blocks (Primary Courtyards – for Social Interaction and ventilation through stack effect, the building width was designed not to exceed 13 meters to create adequate day lighting.

A major challenge in the nature of the site form was inspired by the slope of the site. DesignGene had to adopt terracing of Steep Slopes to reduce speed of Runoff, the building designed to run along the slope instead of across.

In other to boost the Aesthetics of the structure, the use of calcium silicate board with shades of grey and beige colour, is considered for the exterior clads to ensure 100% non-combustible nature, fire proof, waterproof, Moisture proof, Heat insulation and Sound insulation contents.

Part of the sustainability principles adopted includes: Deep roof overhangs to provide shade and roof top for supply energy to offices, to power pumps for water circulation, emergency lighting, street lighting nightlights etc. Creation of courtyard to enhance stack effect and provide shade. Aluminum louvres to act as sun breakers, recessed windows for solar shading, environmental Responsiveness. Water management by sloping water flow north for reuse within the facility underground water storage for vegetable & rainwater collection, adequate landscaping using trees and shrubs act as buffer against the noise from the road and to provide shade. Social responsiveness, durability, phased Construction.