HENDERSON COLLEGE YEARS 5- 8 & HOME ECONOMICS
This project is Stage 2 of the Henderson College Masterplan, endorsed in July 2016. In addition to general learning studios for students in years 5- 8, the building also houses a Food Technology Studio and a Fabric Technology Studio. Spaces such as student retreat spaces, flexible learning area, laundry and covered outdoor learning have been included to support staff and students.
Client
Henderson College
Project Type
Education/ Masterplanning
Traditional Owners
First People of the Millewa Mallee, Latji Latji, Ngintait people
Completed
2020
Simplicity of form
Both externally and internally, the design features the use of simple materials with low environmental impact, balanced with longevity and ease of maintenance. The design adopts a simple building form for ease of construction, to minimise material wastage, and to be adaptable to future changes. Learning studios are arranged along the building spine to allow access to the flexible learning area from all rooms. Flexible learning spaces open directly onto the existing courtyard, providing a connection to existing campus facilities
Internal and external connections
The Home Economic facilities have been centralised for ease of use by both junior and senior classes. Direct access from the Food Technology Studio to the dining area and existing veggie garden has been provided. An operable wall between Food and Fabric Technology Studios provides flexibility within these spaces. Visual connections within the learning areas promotes resource sharing and helps to create networks across the learning communities. Smaller and acoustically separated spaces for meetings, small group discussion, and student withdrawal have been provided.
KDA Team
Karolien Vanhee, Alison Jessup, Dominic On, Claire Carson
Acknowledgements
Photographer
Shayne Hill