"Dairy Farming × IT" Specialized Training College

PrizeOfficial Selection in Build (architecture)
CompanyAtelier MEME
ArtistAtsuyuki Yagi
CategoryProfessional
Design TeamKeita Yanagisawa, Jiaxin Li
ClientIwatani Academy
CreditView of the school from the north sidewalk. Various-sized buildings are aligned facing the street.
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Japan's first "Dairy Farming × IT" specialized school features classrooms arranged in a staggered layout, resembling houses. The classrooms maintain a comfortable distance while creating small relaxing spaces, offering a place of comfort for students who spend long hours in classes and practical training. The campus is open and without fences, featuring a technical lab with large sliding windows that doubles as a space for community events. This architecture embodies the concept of "a school where buildings and people gather," deeply rooted in the local community.

Bio
Embracing the theme of "gentle architecture," Atelier MEME explores the role of architecture in contemporary society. In recent years, the firm has focused particularly on educational facilities, working on various projects including universities, specialized schools, and kindergartens.