tion period . The resulting design drew inspiration from the natural surrounds of the site , celebrating a dialogue between landscape and building through tectonic architectural forms .
The 3 science and 3 biology classrooms are built over two storeys , and each has its own character . The former reads as a monolithic face-brick mass directly referencing the existing mountainside excavation and paying homage to the existing face brick buildings on site . The latter provides contrast in the form of a glass box cantilevered over the ground storey , nestled
amongst the tree canopies , and providing panoramic views .
By strategically shaping and placing the various forms of the new building the design reimagines the original Boltzplatz as three outdoor spaces , each with its own character . These comprise a paved courtyard sheltered from the wind , a more secluded green space under the canopy of existing trees which were integrated into the design , and an external multipurpose amphitheatre shaped out of the ravine directly below the STEM Centre . The roof has
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