The Elementary School and Hall in Au, Austria, designed by Bernardo Bader Architekten, consists of two distinct buildings - a three-story timber cube for the elementary school and a warehouse-like structure for the gymnasium.
The placement of the buildings creates well-proportioned open spaces that accommodate educational and recreational activities, enhancing the usability of the campus.
The design makes use of the site's topography, incorporating level changes for fluid transitions between spaces and connections to existing buildings.
The material palette reflects the region's architectural heritage, with the school building featuring a facade clad in larch wood, creating warm and inviting learning spaces.