Plans

Design overview

This project reimagines a 12-class elementary school on a compact urban site in Isfahan.

The central courtyard preserves heritage trees, responds to the hot, dry climate, and maximizes natural daylight in classrooms (Figure 1).

Design was guided by a study with students and teachers, creating learning spaces beyond minimum standards (Figure 2).

Roof plan shows solar panels and site layout, highlighting energy efficiency (Figure 3).

Multi-purpose hall with separate entrance and direct parking access enhances community engagement and financial sustainability (Figure 5).

Underground drop-off parking resolves traffic congestion from narrow alleys, improving safety and circulation (Figure 6).

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Plans

Design overview

Inspired by traditional Iranian Orosi (stained glass) windows as a design concept.

The concept was applied to the roof of the corridor adjacent to the central courtyard.

Colored transparent polycarbonate was used instead of glass to improve student safety.

This choice eliminated the risk of glass breakage and falling shards.

The material selection also supported economic efficiency.

Iranian Orosi

Corridor roof

Central courtyard roof

Material and Method

This elementary school project in Isfahan, Iran, is based on a reinforced concrete structural system, with a basement level used for parking and two floors accommodating the school program. The material and construction approach focuses on durability, efficiency, and compatibility with local building methods and climate conditions.

Concrete block masonry infill walls are coordinated with the concrete frame and reinforced where required to ensure structural stability. Control joints, expansion joints, and detailed slab-to-wall connections are carefully considered to accommodate movement and improve long-term performance, while supporting the functional and safety requirements of an educational building.