Revolutionizing Education: The International School of Debrecen

Bord Architectural Studio's Award-Winning Design Fosters Unity and Creativity

The design of ISD was inspired by the simplicity of the circle, a symbol of unity and community. Bord Architectural Studio envisioned a space that encourages open-mindedness, empathy, and responsible thinking. The school's design is a physical manifestation of these principles, with its circular shape symbolizing protection and unity. The different functions of the school appear like pavilions on a string, arranged on an arc, creating a variety of community areas between the classrooms.

What sets ISD apart from other educational institutions is its unique spatial experience and the constant presence of nature. The pathways leading to the offsite educational gardens and the forest complete the circle concept, creating an exciting transition between the built and natural environment. The school's design fosters creative thinking and idea manifestation among students, making it a conducive environment for learning and growth.

The realization of the ISD design was achieved through smart energy efficiency concepts. These include surface heating and cooling, natural ventilation, geothermal heating of the gym, and rainwater recovery by infiltration basins. Bord Architectural Studio believes that energy gained straight and gently from nature is the highest efficiency mechanical equipment.

The design project for ISD was completed within an unusually short period of time. After winning the design contest in June 2017, the planning phase started in September 2017 and finished in February 2018. The construction site was handed over in June 2018, and the building was completed in the Summer of 2019. The school opened its doors to its first students on 1st September 2019.

Despite the challenges of creating a modern and extraordinary looking building that blends in with its outstanding environment and meets the needs of the educational standards of ISD, Bord Architectural Studio succeeded in creating a design that has an accentuated role in urban development. This achievement earned them the Golden A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award in 2020, a prestigious accolade granted to marvelous, outstanding, and trendsetting creations.

In conclusion, the International School of Debrecen stands as a testament to the power of innovative architectural design in shaping educational spaces. Bord Architectural Studio's design not only provides a conducive environment for learning but also fosters unity, community, and creativity among students. It is a shining example of how architecture can be used to shape the future of education.