In the harsh sun of the African savanna, the Mwabwindo School had to be lit primarily by daylight because electricity was unreliable. Renfro Design Group’s award-winning solution utilizes inventive architectural interventions to harvest the more reliable light source. Informed by extensive daylight studies, their design employs a handmade perforated brick wall to brighten corridors and bring daylight into the classrooms in conjunction with other elements including a dramatic center canopy with voids directing the sunlight.
The result, despite the difficult conditions and limited budget, is a learning environment that is not only comfortable but also friendly and stimulating. In its success, the school has become a gathering area for the community.
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