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An unusual, compact ABC of good architecture for schools of the future. Paris-based Gaetan Le Penhuel Architectes & Associes have acquired great expertise in the construction of school buildings over nearly 30 years, having made their name in this field with pioneering designs. Based on this wealth of experience, Gaetan Le Penhuel now presents ABC: Schools of the Future. Best Design Practices, a compact and charming guide to developing school buildings for the future that meet the needs of students. Each of the ten chapters focuses on one key part of these structures, such as the classroom, the school yard, the hallway, the auditorium, and so on. In conversation with architectural publicist Alice Dubet, Le Penhuel outlines pathways to better school architecture, and points out obstacles to overcome and mistakes to avoid. Quentin Vijoux’s illustrations provide easy visual access to the concepts of Gaetan Le Penhuel Architectes & Associes not only for architects and teachers, but also for students and their parents. AUTHOR: Gaetan Le Penhuel Architectes & Associe, established in Paris in 1994, develop their designs with a multidisciplinary approach and curiosity. Building for education at all levels from kindergarden to university is a core part of their work. SELLING POINTS: . A unique guide to the essentials of good school building design for the future . Combines texts in interview form with highly appealing illustrations . Highlights that the architecture of schools must be supportive to new pedagogical concepts and always put the well-being of students and teachers first . Makes the highly topical subject of good school building design accessible to a wide audience 56 colour illustrations