Branson School Student Commons, Green School in Ross, California

February 11, 2011 Architecture Design, Interior Design, Public facilities

This school has good natural scenery, beautiful and green garden make school situation more cool. That is Branson School Student Commons in Ross, California. This is independent school was designed by Turnbull Griffin Haesloop. This green building with good air circulation, have solar panels to generate electricity. Really school building friendly with nature.

Branson School Student Commons by Turnbull Griffin Haesloop:
The Branson School is an independent high school occupying seventeen acres of hilly terrain in the residential community of Ross, California, just north of San Francisco. The new 7,550 s.f. Student Commons building is located in a narrow glen in the center of the campus, along the pedestrian path between the upper and lower campuses. The central gable and large window wall front onto an inviting terrace and lawn while the flanking support wings, sheltered under green roofs, connect to the adjacent hillsides with board-form concrete walls. Sited to take advantage of the sunny southern exposure, the new building features large overhead doors that open onto a generous plaza for dining, meeting and outdoor learning. By providing spaces for gathering and socializing throughout the day, the Student Commons serves as the heart of campus activity. The building is LEED Platinum certified and features many sustainable strategies, including a living roof, radiant heating, natural ventilation, photovoltaic panels, and pervious paving.

[Via]