The elementary school is situated in Seleki, Casamance, in southern Senegal, and draws inspiration from the prominent architectural style of the region known as the Djola. The Djola represents a circular impluvium structure, a remarkable architectural form that embodies the entire concession found in the rural villages of Casamance.
To adapt the Djola structure into a school environment, various morphological modifications were implemented.
These include the creation of enclosures and the establishment of appropriate zoning.
The space is divided among three structures: a complete impluvium circular building housing the classrooms and educational facilities, along with two semi-circular structures
encompassing administrative and active areas.
1.Offices 2.Laboratory 3.Storage 4.Classrooms 5.Kitchen 6.Sickroom 7.Bathrooms
The load-bearing walls were constructed using locally sourced raw earth, renowned for its thermal and technical attributes.
Rural schools in Senegal face numerous challenges, contributing to a notable decline in education statistics. Consequently, the design of this school aims to embody a vital element of the local culture and history, fostering a nurturing and contained environment for the students.
