Sustainability for education can certainly begin with the design of the school itself, and The Danish architects at 3XN has successfully integrated the traditional Scandinavian aspects of functionality with clarity and beauty in form. The superstructure of the Orestad Gymnasium building is formed by four boomerang-shaped platforms that rotate over four floors and remain open to one another allowing for a seamless interconnection of space throughout the school. This open, high central hall, known as the X-zone is linked by a stairway that helps promote interdisciplinary communication and cooperation among the various teaching and study spaces. Transparent glass louvres automatically rotate on the exterior of the building allowing light in and providing an array of colours to the interior environments. By manipulating the sunlight the entire student body becomes aware of the passing of time and the changing of the seasons as the school year progresses.

Orestad Gymnasium in Denmark

Interior Design of Orestad Gymnasium in Denmark

Stairs and Living Area Design of Orestad Gymnasium

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Tags: 3XN Architects, Gymnasium Architecture, Gymnasium Interior Design, Orestad Gymnasium, School Building Architecture, Sustainability Design

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