The Library in Ice – Chrysanthemum Field, China / ATELIER XI
A sculptural village-like library set in an ice-chrysanthemum field at Yuntai Mountain, blending small cubic volumes, timber interiors, and landscape-framing views.
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Discover leading architects and firms behind some of the most inspiring projects of
schools, universities, institutions and learning spaces featured on GLSN.
Every school, library, and campus has a story—and the architects here are the
storytellers. See how they transform ideas into immersive learning environments,
balancing creativity with functionality.
Whether you’re planning a new learning space or just exploring, this is where
inspiration begins. Connect with the best minds in educational architecture.
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Al Fanar– Zaya Early Learning School, Dubai / Emkaan
A spiralling, light-filled early learning school in Dubai inspired by koi fish and the warmth of a womb—celebrating resilience, diversity, and nature-connected design.
Government Institute of Medical Sciences, Greater Noida / Vastunidhi Architects
A campus where healing, learning, and landscape meet—GIMS reimagines public healthcare by weaving sunlight, courtyards, and sustainability into every space.
C.A.H.S School, Palakkad, Kerala / Studio Acis
A school reimagines rural education through climate-responsive design, verandas, double-height spaces, adaptive reuse, and a masterplan rooted in Kerala’s traditional architecture.
Westerlundska Upper Secondary School, Sweden / White Arkitekter
A sustainable 18,300 m² campus that redefines Swedish school design with open learning environments, timber construction, and community-integrated spaces. An example of spatial design combining flexibility, daylight, and well-being at the heart of Enköping.
Learning Community at Quest, Chennai / KSM Architecture
760 sqm unschooling center with free-flowing volumes, natural ventilation, and climate-responsive design for interest-based learning.
Elementary School Library Renovation, Western Academy of Beijing / studio vapore
Elementary school library transformation with custom reading nooks, acoustic design, and fairy tale-inspired themed areas. Studio Vapore creates dynamic learning hub for creativity and exploration
Huandao Middle School, Haikou, China / HUA Li / TAO (Trace Architecture Office)
Contemporary educational architecture in China emphasizing creativity over examination culture. Features elevated blocks, tropical climate response, and diverse learning spaces for active education.
Geneva Liberal School, Ahmedabad / Studio Design Atelier
A school that redefines K-12 education with flexible learning clusters, passive sustainability strategies, and a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. Designed by Studio Design Atelier, it blends exposed brick, concrete, and wood to create a premium, environmentally responsive campus fostering academic and extracurricular excellence.
Genesis International School, Hyderabad / Studio Sacred Geometry
Award-winning school design blending vernacular brick techniques with modern educational architecture. Features perforated facades, natural ventilation, and integrated greenery for holistic learning.