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NTU | Singapore | Learning Hub (The Arc) Opening

The Arc is entirely unique in that it aligns passive sustainability directly with the open learning pedagogy model. It is a thoroughly contemporary higher learning proposition.


The Arc at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore is now open!

Employing computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and micro-climate analysis we modelled how the building could maximise comfort levels by accelerating outside air movement through the permeable building. This ensured 30 percent of The Arcs floor area could be entirely naturally ventilated, creating significant energy cost savings and setting a new benchmark for sustainable education buildings in the tropics.

Wind Direction Analysis
Wind Pressure Analysis
Wind Velocity analysis
The Arc is a series of “learning platforms” tuned to setting and place, allowing a multitude of futures in learning patterns, modes and technologies. Its open curves, translucency and permeability create a civic gesture, which welcome the University community at the North Spine and create cross-campus links to the surrounding buildings.

Richard Kirk

Spiral Stairs

A New Pedogogical Alignment

The Arc is unique because it aligns passive sustainability with an open learning pedagogy model; a solution KIRK pioneered. The open learning platforms are tuned to their setting and place, allowing a multitude of futures including flexible learning patterns, modes and technologies. A truly contemporary higher learning proposition for our progressive client.

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