Cast in a Double Role

This elementary school has found a unique way for performing arts to flourish. Inside, the formal stage for the multipurpose room is two sided, offering an informal stage to the lobby. The grand extra wide stairs leading to the second floor double as amphitheatre seating. Through large windows, the music classroom opens to the lobby as well. Second-story lookouts can serve as balconies into the double-height spaces, such as the multipurpose room and the lobby. The double-sided stage is one of many examples that highlight the flexible learning environment. The design elements act as a 3D textbook: 'Architecture as a Tool For Learning.'