The project proposes a modular, climate-responsive school campus in Kaschitu, Zambia, designed to foster education, self-sufficiency, and community participation. Rooted in local traditions and materials, the architecture promotes dignity, accessibility, and long-term sustainability. The main goal is to empower the community through both education and construction — enabling future replication with minimal resources.
The campus includes academic classrooms, science labs, workshops, dormitories, a dining area, and service facilities. The buildings are grouped to support natural ventilation, shade, and outdoor learning. The layout encourages a balance between collective activities and individual well-being, while respecting local customs and climate.
Buildings are constructed using interlocking compressed earth blocks (ICEB), laid on concrete slabs and covered by raised corrugated metal roofs for passive cooling. Cross-ventilation, thermal mass, and strategic orientation reduce energy demand. All structures are based on modular dimensions to simplify construction and encourage local replication.