Chu Hai College new campus

The new campus design exhibits a highly condensed and connected academic setting. It looks to the compact urban form of Hong Kong itself for direct inspiration and epitomizes a miniature learning city, with multiple slab blocks of different programs stacked and interlocked with each other over a podium of communal activities, in so doing creating a multitude of diverse communal spaces, both internal and external, that contribute to a strong sense of community.

Formally, the cantilevers and bridges allude to the image of a tree crown and symbolize the traditional learning space under the shade of the green canopy. Its elevation design also recalls the inherent spirit of Chinese calligraphy: the beautiful balance of solid and void in composition.

The facade of the building is unified by a series of aluminum sun-shading feature with various facing angles and density.  Direct sun-light and noise from nearby highway are screened through the scattered arrangement of these aluminum sun-shading features with the window openings behind.

The classrooms on the upper floors are tapered outwards, creating a sloping wall as a reflector to redirect sunlight to the interior corridor and allow natural ventilation to reach the lower levels. Large openings are carefully dispositioned to facilitate cross-site air flow and ventilation at podium levels, allowing natural breeze and creating unobstructed visual corridor to the surrounding environment and sea.

The designer will share with you the details of the concept. Do not miss the chance to meet them.

Photos courtesy of Rocco Design Architects

LOCATION
80 Castle Peak Road, Castle Peak Bay, Tuen Mun, N.T. Hong Kong

TRANSPORTATION
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GUIDED TOUR
Date: 28 Sep 2024 (Sat)
Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 NN
Language: Cantonese
Led by: Mr Sze Hoi-wai & Ms Elaine Tsui, Rocco Design Architects
Capacity: 20
Gathering location: G/F Main Entrance, Chu Hai College new campus

Special Note: Participants must be 16 years old or above


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