Sexsmith Elementary School | Iredale Group Architecture
Vancouver / Canada / 2013
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This school forms a graceful south-facing arc that opens toward its playground and the low-angle winter sunshine. Designed to meet LEED Platinum standards, it uses a combination of south-facing glass, thick insulation, and a geo-exchange field to operate at 40% below the national Model Energy Code. Natural ventilation is provided by a curved central atrium that opens toward prevailing winds. The landscape has been designed to produce a variety of interesting play areas for students of all ages.
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This school forms a graceful south-facing arc that opens toward its playground and the low-angle winter sunshine. Designed to meet LEED Platinum standards, it uses a combination of south-facing glass, thick insulation, and a geo-exchange field to operate at 40% below the national Model Energy Code. Natural ventilation is provided by a curved central atrium that opens toward prevailing winds. The landscape has been designed to produce a variety of interesting play areas for students of all ages.
- Year 2013
- Work started in 2009
- Work finished in 2013
- Main structure Wood
- Cost 14 million
- Status Completed works
- Type Public Squares / Kindergartens / Schools/Institutes / Multi-purpose Cultural Centres / Libraries / Interior Design
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