Innovative new school building in Ravensburg: sustainability meets modern learning environment
The design of the domed school in Ravensburg is based on three buildings connected by glass joints. This structure blends into the small-scale surroundings and creates a harmonious overall appearance. The components frame the schoolyard, are oriented towards the surrounding buildings and form a representative forecourt with a main entrance in the north-west
Project data
The open spaces adopt the formal language of the buildings. The forecourt at the main entrance has green islands with trees. Bicycle parking spaces are distributed around the building. The central schoolyard offers a sheltered atmosphere with play facilities. The southern schoolyard integrates existing trees, new tree plantings and benches. The western open space connects the new building with the existing school and can still be used for the Rutenfest.
Basic architectural concept
The concept is continued in the architecture: clusters are distributed over the floors of the buildings and connected by a central learning staircase. On the first floor, the learning staircase adjoins the assembly hall, foyer and canteen. The west building integrates the administration and sports hall, which is partially buried in the ground, and offers a roof garden.
The three structures allow access from three sides, with a main entrance in the north-west. A side entrance is located in the north-east. The joints and stairwells ensure short distances. The gymnasium is accessible from the main entrance and can be used independently of the school.
Static construction
The load-bearing structure combines concrete ceilings and columns with non-load-bearing interior timber walls and a timber frame outer skin. The façade has a suspended timber cladding, which is partially greened. Floor-to-ceiling openings in a timber-aluminum façade provide light. A shallow foundation minimizes excavation work.
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Sports hall
School campus Willy-Hellpach-School
Municipal school buildings
School Campus East
