英格倫小學England Elementary School

美國阿肯薩斯州英格倫

設計單位：modus建筑工作室

項目類型：中小學教育

竣工年份：2021年

攝影：Timothy Hursley

Architect： modus studio

Typology： K-12 Education

Completed： 2021

Photography： Timothy Hursley

英格倫小學坐落在阿肯色州英格倫的一個小型農業社區鎮，小鎮有2445個居民，學校的設計旨在激發學生的靈感，無縫地整合周圍環境，并解決社區需求。新小學設施展現了其所在地的精髓，代表一個以農業為基礎的社區精神，克服各種挑戰，為教育基礎設施樹立新的標桿。英格倫小學注重可持續性、功能性和鼓勵學生，是教育建筑與環境共生關系的證明。它不僅實現了教育目的，還成為了社區的一個焦點。

項目位于這個寧靜社區的5.9英畝場地上，設計利用傾斜城市網絡和筆直農田網格的獨特并置，將學校的布局和諧地融入到動態框架中。設計還為園內常年存在的洪水問題提供創造性解決方案。創新的景觀方法結合了可持續的水管理技術，如戰略定位的生物洼地、柏樹林和曲流防洪渠道（受灌溉渠啟發），能夠有效地緩解強降雨的影響，減少徑流量。設計采用可持續生態系統的概念，促進自然資源的保護，同時培養年輕人的教育思想。設計靈感來自于該地區突出的地理特征，現場受到oxbow湖的影響，因此設計以防洪為重點，兼具流動性和有機形式。學校通過更換一座過時的小學建筑，借以在校園設計的其他方面進行新的嘗試。學生的教育體驗得到改善的同時，學校面臨的其他日常問題（如上下學隊伍過長等后勤挑戰）也得到了周到的解決。

英格倫小學的室內建筑設計是當地美學、動態照明和有效空間配置的完美融合，形成一個鼓舞人心的環境，促進學生的參與和社區互動。整個建筑融入當地柏樹作為設計元素，為空間帶來了溫暖和真實感。在入口處使用柏樹，形成迎賓氛圍，象征著與自然的聯系，并向本地的建筑遺產致敬。此外，建筑師的制作車間貢獻了精美的藝術作品，這些作品將項目的背景故事錯綜復雜地編制在一起。這些藝術創作的靈感來自于本地的柏樹林，可喚起學生、教師和廣大社區的自豪感與歸屬感。

動態照明在改善學校整體學習環境方面發揮著重要作用。光的相互作用不僅創造出一個視覺激發環境，也是對學生注意力和幸福感的支持，促進了有益的學習氛圍。充滿活力的幾何空間鼓勵創造力和探索精神，精心設計的獨特角度和形式超越了傳統的教室布局。這種與傳統設計的刻意偏離，可培養學生的好奇心，激發學生在學術和社交方面的發展。

本設計最顯著的一個特點是一樓和二樓之間的明確互動，不僅創造了視覺上的空間動態，還促進了學生互動。開放又相互連接的布局鼓勵不同年齡的學生相互交流學習，培養友情與合作的意識。重疊的設計也帶來獨特的視角，學生可以在不同層面上觀看活動和賽事，進一步激發他們的好奇心和參與感。

鑒于疫情的影響，本設計還考慮到室外教學空間。這些空間與周圍景觀無縫融合，為學生學習和接觸大自然提供一個安靜、鼓舞人心的環境。這種對室外教學需求的創新體現了學校對適應性和彈性的承諾，確保學生不間斷的教育機會。設計團隊認識到陰涼和舒適空間在當地氣候中的重要性，因此在設施入口精心設計了懸垂和納涼區域。這些功能不僅可以緩解烈日，也為學生營造出誘人的聚集點，培養他們的社區意識，鼓勵社交互動。這些元素經過深思熟慮的設計，為英格蘭小學打造一個有利于學習、娛樂和個人成長的環境。

這一新設施是建筑轉型力量的證明。此設計不僅滿足社區的教育需求，也體現了戶外聯系和公共空間的重要性。學校通過優先考慮開放區域和公共設施，促進學生互動、培養團結意識，并鼓勵全面發展。

England Elementary School， nestled in the small farming community of England， Arkansas， a town boasting a population of 2，445 residents， is a design intended for student inspiration that seamlessly integrates its surroundings and addresses the needs of the community. This new elementary school facility embodies the essence of its location， represents the spirit of an agricultural-based community， and overcomes various challenges， thereby setting new benchmarks in educational infrastructure. With a focus on sustainability， functionality， and student encouragement， England Elementary School emerges as a testament to the symbiotic relationship between educational architecture and contextual environments. It not only fulfills its educational purpose but also serves as a focal point of the community.

Situated on a 5.9-acre site in this serene bedroom community， the design capitalizes on the unique juxtaposition of a skewed city grid and the rigid agricultural farmland grid， integrating the school's layout harmoniously within this dynamic framework. The design also offers a creative solution to the perennial issue of flooding on the campus. The innovative landscape approach incorporates sustainable water management techniques， such as strategically positioned bioswales， cypress groves， and irrigation canal-inspired meandering flood control channels， effectively mitigating the impact of heavy rainfall and reducing runoff. The design embraces the concept of a sustainable ecosystem， promoting the conservation of natural resources while nurturing the educational development of young minds. Drawing inspiration from the region's prominent geographical features， the site is influenced by oxbow lakes and embraces fluidity and organic forms within the flood-control-focused design. By replacing an outdated elementary building， the school takes advantage of the opportunity to start fresh in these other， often forgotten， aspects of campus design. The educational experience for the students is still enhanced while other everyday problems faced by schools， such as the logistical challenge of a lengthy drop-off and pick-up line， are thoughtfully rectified.

The interior architectural design of England Elementary School embodies a harmonious blend of local aesthetics， dynamic lighting， and invigorating spatial configurations， resulting in an inspiring environment that fosters student engagement and community interaction. Throughout the building， design elements incorporating local cypress lend a sense of warmth and authenticity to the spaces. At the entrance， the use of cypress creates an inviting ambiance， symbolizing a connection to nature and embracing the architectural heritage of the region. Moreover， the architect's fabrication shop has contributed exquisite art pieces that intricately weave together the contextual story of the project. These artistic creations， inspired by cypress groves in the region， evoke a sense of pride and ownership among the students， faculty， and the wider community.

Dynamic lighting plays a pivotal role in enhancing the overall learning environment of the school. The interplay of light not only creates a visually stimulating environment but also supports the students' focus and well-being， promoting a conducive atmosphere for learning. Energizing geometries of the spaces encourage creativity and exploration， with thoughtfully designed areas of unique angles and forms that transcend traditional classroom layouts. This deliberate departure from conventional design fosters a sense of curiosity and inspires students to thrive academically and socially.

One of the most notable features of the school's design is the purposeful engagement between the first and second floors that not only creates a visually captivating spatial dynamic but also promotes student interactions. The open and interconnected layout encourages students from different grade levels to interact and learn from one another， fostering a sense of camaraderie and collaboration. The overlapping design also provides unique vantage points， allowing students to observe activities and events on different levels， further inspiring their curiosity and engagement.

Acknowledging the influence of the recent pandemic， the design thoughtfully incorporates covered outdoor classroom spaces. These spaces， seamlessly blending with the surrounding landscape， provide a safe and inspiring environment for students to learn and engage with nature. This innovative response to outdoor classroom needs demonstrates the school's commitment to adaptability and resilience， ensuring uninterrupted educational opportunities for the students. Recognizing the significance of shade and comfortable spaces in the local climate， meticulously designed overhangs and shaded areas are incorporated at the entrances to the facility. These features not only provide relief from the scorching sun but also create inviting gathering spots for students， fostering a sense of community and encouraging social interaction. By thoughtfully integrating these elements into the design， England Elementary School offers an environment conducive to learning， recreation， and personal growth.

This new facility stands as a testament to the transformative power of architecture. Its design not only meets the educational needs of the community but also celebrates the connections to the outdoors and the significance of communal spaces. By prioritizing open areas and communal facilities， the school facilitates interaction， fosters a sense of unity， and encourages the holistic development of the students.