Eco Factor: New campus building with curved green roofs.
The new campus building design proposed by BAKOKO for the Kyoai Gakuen University is a beautiful combination of functionality, creativity and sustainability. To be built on part of the campus’ recreation grounds adjacent to the school’s sports field, the structure is lifted to a higher level by taking support from the building underneath. The roof is sloped in a unique fashion not only to add to the aesthetic, but also to provide seating for sports events.
The building will feature green roof that apart from being a valuable leisure space also help to insulate the building, reducing the level of mechanical heating and cooling. The trees and natural vegetation of the roof also reduce rainwater runoff and promote biodiversity. Few opening include wind catching caps that draw fresh cool air and natural daylight into the interior of the building. The curved shape allows ample of light and air in.
Considering the school’s Christian affiliation, the designers have made vaulted shape their choice and plan to build an adjacent chapel soon. These water-tight depressions contain enough soil to support larger species of trees and vegetation than typically possible on green roofs. The double-curved ceiling panels diffuse and reflect the artificial light. Offering great protection to the building’s main entrance are cantilevered porches created by cutting two opposite corners through the top intersecting arches.
Via: Evolo
