This new facility provides dedicated space for students with special educational needs at a school in Hounslow. Sustainability guided the brief from the outset, resulting in a low-carbon scheme built with recycled and natural materials including recycled tyres in the foundations, timber piles, and loadbearing straw bale walls. A timber mezzanine houses plant equipment, while a cantilevered canopy shelters the accessible entrance ramp.
A thoughtful and quietly bold project that explores the structural potential of natural materials in an educational setting. Using straw bale construction with care and clarity, the team delivered a space shaped by environmental intent and community engagement. A small but ambitious project that reflects a strong commitment to low-carbon design and inclusive practice.