Primary and Trade School in Vienna

 - Jakob Schoof

Good lighting is essential in schools. Often, however, the plot layout and the desired urban density obstruct optimal daylight provision. The new school building by PPAG Architects in Vienna's Längenfeldgasse shows how this dilemma can be solved in an exemplary way.

Primary and Trade School in Vienna
High density, yet generous lighting: On the three floors of the base volume, the compact, differentiated structure houses a primary school and, on its top four floors, a trade school. © Hertha Hurnaus