#community-architecture

#community-architecture

Text description provided by the architects. Located in Qingshan Village, Yuhang District of Hangzhou, Qingshan School occupies the site of an abandoned primary school. The original buildings, severely deteriorated and spatially outdated, could not be reused and were therefore demolished. Respecting the site's footprint and scale, MOMENTUM Architects undertook a complete reconstruction to reestablish a school for the community. The aim was to create a student-centered environment that reconnects learning with rural life, while preserving the cultural memory embedded in the land.

The introduction of a lift into the 19th century Montijo Municipal Gallery was pivotal, transforming accessibility and leading to the creation of an integrated 80 m² garden, enhancing public engagement.