Natorpschule and Walter-Gropius-Kolleg, Bochum
Wege des Regenwassers kreativ vor Augen geführt © Martina Hoff
All roof and courtyard areas - a total of around 12,500 m² - at the schools were disconnected from the combined sewer system. The rainwater is channelled via open gutters and new base pipes into retention troughs and further on into a seep. Unsealing measures reduce oversized schoolyard areas. In addition to functionality, the overall concept also takes into account the improvement of the quality of stay - based on the participation of both schools. Rain fence, water funnel and water labyrinth stage the rainwater at unexpected places. Cascade-like water outlets serve as welcome seating in the school grounds during dry periods.
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Planning offices
Hope
Essen
Project period
2010
- 2012
Size
12.500 m²
Construction amount
183.000 Euro
Client
Stadt Bochum
