Manual Arts New Elementary School #3

Los Angeles, U.S.

Situated on a full lot within urban residential neighborhood of Los Angeles is this public school accommodating children from kindergarten through third grade.

Within this two level school are 32 classrooms, library, multipurpose, administration, food service /outdoor dining, playgrounds and subterranean parking.

L-shape configuration position at junction of lot corner as main entrance for ease of neighborhood students daily access to this compacted and efficient school. Also, urban fabric of school footprint reinforced along street edges to maximize outdoor playground.

Colors, materials and volume variations on architecture reflects a “beacon” of hope and presence to this forgotten neighborhood. Corner large window from library above frames a view of the adjacent context and community beyond.

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