Cocoon, Pre-primary Extension, Bloomingdale International School
andblack design studio
The form creates a unique self shadow pattern that slides across the exterior surface throughout the day. Playful sinusoidal edge of the exterior turf flows along the form, with a smooth stone finish along the periphery.
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Vinay Panjwani
Cocoon, Pre-primary Extension, Bloomingdale International School
andblack design studio
Photo credit:
Vinay Panjwani
Cocoon, Pre-primary Extension, Bloomingdale International School
andblack design studio
Photo credit:
Vinay Panjwani
Cocoon, Pre-primary Extension, Bloomingdale International School
andblack design studio
Structural complexities in achieving the smooth external skin were resolved with a ferrocement shell integrated above the unique metal structure. The visual effect of this austere material palette ensures visual cohesion.
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Vinay Panjwani
Cocoon, Pre-primary Extension, Bloomingdale International School
andblack design studio
The architecture imbibes a lasting impression on the children and invokes a sense of pride for their unique learning environment
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Vinay Panjwani
Cocoon, Pre-primary Extension, Bloomingdale International School
andblack design studio
Full-length glass walls softly illuminates the spaces, seamlessly blending interiors with nature
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Vinay Panjwani
Cocoon, Pre-primary Extension, Bloomingdale International School
andblack design studio
Photo credit:
Vinay Panjwani
Cocoon, Pre-primary Extension, Bloomingdale International School
andblack design studio
Miyawaki model is adopted for plantation as a viable alternative to typical bushes. Multiple plant saplings are grown along the site boundary to create a self-sustaining ecosystem.
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Vinay Panjwani
Periscope House wins Architizer A+Award 2024 and a Special Mention for Sustainability
Architects Claerhout - Van Biervliet & Adriaan Claerhout
View from the underground living room with upper mirror halfway down and lower mirror down
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@adriaanclaerhout
Periscope House wins Architizer A+Award 2024 and a Special Mention for Sustainability
Architects Claerhout - Van Biervliet & Adriaan Claerhout
Periscope mirror up, redirecting the view of the underground living space
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@adriaanclaerhout
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Periscope House wins Architizer A+Award 2024 and a Special Mention for Sustainability
Architects Claerhout - Van Biervliet & Adriaan Claerhout
Outdoor contour of periscope mirrors with both mirrors down
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@adriaanclaerhout
Periscope House wins Architizer A+Award 2024 and a Special Mention for Sustainability
Architects Claerhout - Van Biervliet & Adriaan Claerhout
Left periscope mirror up, redirecting the view of the underground living space; right periscope mirror down
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@adriaanclaerhout
Periscope House wins Architizer A+Award 2024 and a Special Mention for Sustainability
Architects Claerhout - Van Biervliet & Adriaan Claerhout
Close up of the periscope contour mirror in upright position, reflecting the view of the underground living space
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@adriaanclaerhout
Periscope House wins Architizer A+Award 2024 and a Special Mention for Sustainability
Architects Claerhout - Van Biervliet & Adriaan Claerhout
Close up of the periscope contour mirror in upright position, reflecting the view of the underground living space
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@adriaanclaerhout
Periscope House wins Architizer A+Award 2024 and a Special Mention for Sustainability
Architects Claerhout - Van Biervliet & Adriaan Claerhout
Sloped entrance to the underground house with periscope mirror contour down
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@adriaanclaerhout
Periscope House wins Architizer A+Award 2024 and a Special Mention for Sustainability
Architects Claerhout - Van Biervliet & Adriaan Claerhout
Sloped entrance to the underground house with periscope mirror contour up, freeing the entrance to the house
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@adriaanclaerhout
Periscope House wins Architizer A+Award 2024 and a Special Mention for Sustainability
Architects Claerhout - Van Biervliet & Adriaan Claerhout
Outdoor contour of periscope mirrors with upper mirror rising
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@adriaanclaerhout
Periscope House wins Architizer A+Award 2024 and a Special Mention for Sustainability
Architects Claerhout - Van Biervliet & Adriaan Claerhout
Outdoor contour of periscope mirrors with upper mirror up
Photo credit:
@adriaanclaerhout
Periscope House wins Architizer A+Award 2024 and a Special Mention for Sustainability
Architects Claerhout - Van Biervliet & Adriaan Claerhout
Outdoor contour of periscope mirrors seen from beneath the lower mirror part to the underground living room
Photo credit:
@adriaanclaerhout
Periscope House wins Architizer A+Award 2024 and a Special Mention for Sustainability
Architects Claerhout - Van Biervliet & Adriaan Claerhout
Outdoor contour of periscope mirrors seen from beneath the lower mirror part to the underground living room
Photo credit:
@adriaanclaerhout
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