Aedas - General Development - Blackpool, Aedas Plans Rooftop Playground For School

Date: 03 Jul 2007

Architect Aedas has submitted an unusual design for planning approval of St. Johns school in the heart of Blackpool.

Three storeys high and with a rooftop playground, Aedas' design was guided by a directive to maximise light and space for the small urban site on Church Street, just 100m from Blackpool Tower.

The 1,500 sq m scheme places its 1FE school and 16 place nursery on top of a ground floor reception/administration area, while each learning space contains its own play-deck leading up to the playground area.
Aedas associate Robert Hopkins said: "We have sought to create large, bright teaching and learning spaces without forgetting the need for break-out play space, where children can relax away from the dirt and noise of the street."

If planning consent is granted, work could begin on the site in January 2009.

Architect submits planning for 1,500 sq m primary school in city centre

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