St Ursula’s College

With a holistic approach to the design, and a rigorous consultation process, JDH created an overall learning environment that is flexible, enhances creativity and promotes student wellbeing. The works included the design of 30 contemporary learning spaces comprising of classroom and breakout spaces, science labs and a library, administration and staff facilities, refurbishment of existing specialist spaces, and the completion of external works to provide a social and outdoor learning space for the students. The key features of the building include welcoming, flexible, multi-purpose spaces, capable of accommodating a range of leaning and recreational activities and group sizes. The resulting spaces are inspirational environments that support creative and productive learning. We integrated environmental strategies ad selected materials that are not only sustainable, but also consider context, local identity and innovation. The design encourages natural ventilation and lighting, harvesting rainwater and incorporating external solar shading to create a building which didactically teaches its occupants about sustainability. By working collaboratively with the school community and staff, engaging in design thinking workshops and presentations, together, JDH and the college created a caring community which embodies the ethos of inclusivity and support that is central to the school.

Client | Sydney Catholic Schools

Year | Completed 2019

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