Article source: BORD Architectural Studio

The architectural concept of the International School of Debrecen was based on the form of a circle. This simple, yet symbolic shape traditionally means protection, union and community, while it softly blends into the neighbouring Natura 2000 protected forest area.

The site is located near Nagyerdő, the city park of Debrecen (Hungary), in a developing and popular residential area called ‘Pallag’. This calm, natural environment provides an excellent background for a school. However, it was a great challenge to design a contemporary building that fits into its green surroundings, while it represents the qualities of the International School with its characteristic, iconic and unique appearance. The key of the design concept was to create a shape, which goes far beyond its built borders and integrates in the natural environment.

Image Courtesy © Gyorgy Palko

• Architects: BORD Architectural Studio
• Project: International School of Debrecen
• Location: Debrecen – Pallag, Hungary
• Photography: Gyorgy Palko
• Dimensions: 7 420 m2 (net)
• Client: Municipality of Debrecen
• General Design: BORD Architectural Studio
• Head Architect: Peter Bordas
• Coordinating Architect: Gyorgyi Puspoki, Kata Zih
• Architect Team: Anna Illes, Robert Gulyas, Andras Keki, Csilla Kracker, Balazs Moser, Istvan Ulmann

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