the cloudform laboratory has renovated an old classroom at a junior high school in taipei, which had served as a chemistry lab for more than 40 years. the team was tasked with maintaining its core function as a lab while increasing its usability as a classroom. designed around the idea of facilitating more interactive ways of learning, the revamped space intends to provide a venue for fostering independent critical thinking and active, participatory learning.
the cloudform laboratory revamped the interior design of the classroom to accommodate both the decline in student enrolment at the school and to allow for more interactive ways of learning
all images courtesy of bole studio, jason chen
how can a classroom be reinterpreted? who are the users? what other benefits can designers bring to the table for students and teachers on top of the core classroom features? after giving these questions some thought, cloudform laboratory decided to redecorate the classroom in vibrant colors and designate a space for student-led interactions and presentations.
renovating an old classroom at a junior high school, which had served as a chemistry lab for more than 40 years
equipment for experiments is stored in two types of color-coded cabinets, some of which can be moved around and used as countertops or desks for demonstrations and experiment preparation. the lab tables and chairs were also given touches of exuberant color. ‘what we envisioned for this classroom is a color-informed design that is not only practical in terms of dividing up the space but inspirational as well, giving students a unique classroom experience that will stay fresh in their memories.’ – cloudform laboratory.
equipment for experiments is stored in two types of color-coded cabinets, some of which can be moved around
the lab tables and chairs were also given touches of exuberant color
classrooms today are no longer just a place where students sit at their desks and listen to lectures
view of the classroom in use
the team envisioned a ‘color-informed design’ for the classroom
some cabinets can be moved around and used as countertops or desks for demonstrations and experiment preparation
the classroom is designed as a venue for fostering independent critical thinking and active, participatory learning
project info:
project name: dream reaction lab
program: classroom
location: taipei, taiwan
design: cloudform laboratory
client: new taipei municipal xintai junior high school
photography: bole studio, jason chen
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edited by: lynne myers | designboom
