https://www.architecturalrecord.com/rss/2376 en-us A new school in the sprawling Nairobi slum of Kibera stands in striking contrast to the informal settlement that surrounds it.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/11895 Mon, 19 Sep 2016 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/11895-the-kibera-school-by-selgascano-and-helloeverything The school rises above the surrounding informal settlement. Photo © Iwan Baan Its polycarbonate roof is a bright spot amid the sea of weathering tin and shelters two levels of classroom space, as well as a courtyard for group activities. Photo © Iwan Baan Its polycarbonate roof is a bright spot amid the sea of weathering tin and shelters two levels of classroom space, as well as a courtyard for group activities. Photo © Iwan Baan Students and community members enter the covered courtyard off the settlement's netowrk of labryinthine pathways. Photo © Iwan Baan The pink pipe structure reflects Kibera's improvised building materials. Photo © Iwan Baan A balcony provides views of Kibera and a place for students to gather in informal groups. Photo © Iwan Baan Boxlike spaces on the lower level are oriented toward traditional classroom learning. Photo © Iwan Baan