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LEARNING SPACES SHAPED BY THE CITY

Located in the heart of Shenzhen’ s historical district, Cuizhu School establishes a new typology for schools in high-density subtropical urban environments. Based on a terraced massing, classrooms sit loosely on large public platforms, forming a series of shaded outdoor spaces which extend traditional learning space. Six courtyards are carved out of the massing to respond to and extend the surrounding context, and also to bring light and fresh air into every corner of the school. A series of roof terraces populated with lush plantings returns nature to the campus and rewards the city with a beautiful fifth elevation( the roof plane).