Falmouth School
Cornwall County Council
An ambitious brief was set for a landmark, inspiring new learning environment and a beacon for sustainable design within a tight budget and programme. The project had an unusual commissioning process with a group of 11 pupils selected from Year 9 and 10 as clients.
The former 1960s Design and Technology block.
Our design used solid laminated timber panels as a bespoke prefabricated solution that is both environmentally and pragmatically efficient.
“The success of the project lies not only in the creation of a new identity for the design & technology block, but in building up the confidence and pride of students... Not just half a million pounds to reinvent a failing school then, but some big thinking from young minds. And you can’t put a price on that.”
The project has featured in many educational exhibitions, conferences and seminars and has won numerous awards and commendations including a RIBA award, a Wood award and a TES award.
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