Article source: CEBRA 

At CEBRA architecture we rethink architecture – also when we design schools. In Aabybro, Denmark, a new city school has just been inaugurated. A school that challenges the notion of architecture while at the same time reflecting the urban context.

“With Aabybro School the city is getting a new school inspired by its surrounding environment and where parts of the teaching can be performed outdoor regardless of the weather”, says founding partner and architect at CEBRA, Mikkel Frost. He further explains: “The city of Aabybro is identified by its church, town hall, sport facilities and residential area which mainly are made with pitched roof. Therefore, the pitched roof is the cornerstone of the school’s architectural expression. The pitched roof is brought to focus due to its distinctive shape and slanted eaves which give a unique appearance without being intrusive or alien to the area. It is a modern version of the pitched roof where the eaves ensures attractive outdoor spaces for education and play”.

Image Courtesy © Mikkel Frost | CEBRA

• Architects: CEBRA
• Project: New Cebra-School
• Location: Aabybro, Denmark
• Photography: Mikkel Frost | CEBRA
  
• Client: Jammerbugt Municipality
• Architect of Record: KPF
  
• Engineers: Frandsen & Søndergaard KS; Esbensen Rådgivende Ingeniør AS
  
• Size: 12.000m² – New build
  
• Constructed: 2013-2016

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