Article Author: A school for Syrian refugees in Lebanon is nominated for the Aga Khan Award for Architecture
Media Source: Al Araby (UK)
Date: 15 July 2019
This simple-design school located in Al-Marj area in Lebanon was recently chosen for the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2019. The idea of Jarahieh School emerged from the design of the "Save the Children" pavilion at the 2015 Expo in Milan, Italy, which was designed by the Italian firm AOUMM. The idea was then reshaped to
This simple-design school located in Al-Marj area in Lebanon was recently chosen for the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2019. The idea of Jarahieh School emerged from the design of the "Save the Children" pavilion at the 2015 Expo in Milan, Italy, which was designed by the Italian firm AOUMM. The idea was then reshaped to design and build this model school for the benefits of Syrian refugee children. All transformation materials were locally sourced, including sheep’s wool to insulate against cold and heat, regulate humidity, resist fire and provide sound insulation. The school provides, not only educational facilities for children from 300 Syrian refugee families, but is also a hub for community activities and the settlement’s only secure shelter in the event of snowstorm or earthquake.