That’s right, a new design for a school has been very popular among students and the community.
This school offers classes on sustainability and gardening through actual physical learn by doing.
“Architectural and mechanical energy-saving methods are comprehensively applied including: Green roof, PC-concrete louver for shading, using recycle materials, water recycling, solar water heating and more. These devices are designed visibly in order for children to realize the important role of sustainable education,” Vo Trong Nghia told Dezeen.
With very little economic growth for this small shoe factory town, the 500 students learn about one of Vietnam’s most popular subject – Agriculture.
“Vietnam, historically an agricultural country, is facing changes as it moves to a manufacturing-based economy, taking its toll on the environment. Rapid urbanisation deprives Vietnamese children of green lands and playgrounds, thus relationship with nature. Farming Kindergarten is a challenge to counter these issues,” Vo Trong Nghia said. “As the roof lowers to the courtyard it provides access to the upper level and vegetable gardens on top – the place where children learn the importance of agriculture and recover connection to nature.”
Along with the rooftop garden, the school also has solar panels and other sustainable solutions that help teach students all aspects of sustainability.
Here are some more rooftop gardens at other schools
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