COMPLETED: Genesis Christian College Learning Village
Genesis Christian College’s brand-new Learning Village is more than just a building; it's a nurturing environment that supports the holistic development of young learners. Strongly reflecting Genesis’ community-focused culture and progressive pedagogies, the Learning Village promotes a communal atmosphere where learning is not confined to a single classroom but is a shared, collective experience.
At the heart of the Learning Village are vast, beautifully designed, interconnected learning areas designed for Prep and Lower Primary students. By eliminating barriers and creating a sense of openness, we encourage collaboration and interaction among students, and team teaching among staff.
Recognising that children have diverse learning styles, the Learning Village includes distinct zones tailored to various modes of learning. Whether it's a quiet corner for individual reading, a collaborative area for group projects, places for messy activities, or a space for outdoor imaginative play, each zone is designed to flexibly support and enhance different educational activities. This zoned approach, developed in collaboration with the school’s leadership and teachers, allows educators to provide differentiated instruction that meets the needs of every student.
Creativity often flourishes in messiness, and the dedicated wet areas provide the perfect space for messy play, where children can engage in hands-on activities such as painting, water play, and sensory exploration. These areas are designed with easy-to-clean surfaces and ample storage for materials, ensuring that creativity can flow freely without constraints.
Our design also ensures that every corner of the Learning Village benefits from the health and psychological benefits of abundant natural light and connection to the outdoors, which has been shown to improve mood, concentration, and overall well-being.
CLIENT: Genesis Christian College
CLIENT TEAM: Paul Sterling (Principal), Rodger Brook (Business Manager) & Jeremy Williamson (Former Head of School – Primary)
LOCATION: Brisbane, Queensland / Turrbal Country
ARCHITECT: Novum
Project Director: Joel Ridings
Project Leader: Isaac Vincent
Project Delivery Leader: Peter Edwards
Project Team: Peter Boyce, Jeffrey Smith, Riley Pownall & Dave Mutuc
CONTRACTOR: Bedford
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER: EDGE Consulting Engineers
CIVIL ENGINEER: Edge Consulting Engineering
HYDRAULIC ENGINEER: Chilton Woodward & Associates
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER: Enginova Pty Ltd
MECHANICAL ENGINEER: DMA Engineers
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT: FRED St
ENERGY EFFICIENCY CONSULTANT: Anderson Energy Efficiency
TOWN PLANNER: Ian Buchanan Town Planning
CERTIFIER: APEX Certification & Consulting
COST CONSULTANT: Mitchell Brandtman
Read more about Genesis' Learning Village here: https://lnkd.in/g9NFUUdj