Quickly deliver modern learning environments on tight budgets
One or Two Stories
Several possibilities
- large or small classrooms
- labs
- prep space
- storage
- break-out areas
- non-bearing interior walls (for ease of future re-configuration)
Choose the floor plan that fits your needs.
Floor Plans - TWO STORY
Standard floor plan includes:
- Two (2) 1,230 square foot classrooms
- Ten (10) 960 square foot classrooms OR four (4) 1,920 square foot classroom suites plus (2) 960 square foot classrooms
- Six (6) flex space areas
- An extended balcony for outdoor collaboration space
- Identical first & second story
1. Large Classroom – 1,230 sf 2. Classroom Suite – 1,920 sf OR two standard classrooms 3. Standard Classroom – 960 sf 4. Flex Spaces – break-out space or restroom standard 5. Outdoor Collaboration Area 6. Elevator and Elevator Machine Room 7. Staircase 8. Folding Panel Partitions - Optional 9. Mechanical/Electrical Rooms
Floor Plans - ONE STORY
Standard floor plan includes:
Option 1: 3,830 sf
- (2) 1,260 sf classrooms
- (3-5) flex spaces – 70-350 sf
- An extended roof overhang for outdoor collaboration space
Option 2: 5,150 sf
- (2) 1,920 sf classroom suites or (4) standard 960 sf classrooms
- (3-6) flex spaces – 70-300 sf
- An extended roof overhang for outdoor collaboration space
1. Large Classroom – 1,230 sf 2. Classroom Suite – 1920 sf OR two standard 960 sf classrooms 3. Flex Spaces – break-out storage, office, restroom, prep space options 4. Outdoor Collaboration Area 5. Folding Panel Partitions - Optional 6. Mechanical/Electrical Rooms
Ohter sourse:
DCHGlobal Building System
A patented architectural system that is flexible in both horizontal and vertical directions, it is sustainable up to the net-zero level, multi-generational, and can be built quickly and efficiently in any location, climate, or terrain.
Business Model
- Public-Private Partnerships: Engage with government entities to finance and manage construction projects. Especially local government
- Collaborations with NGOs: Partner with NGOs that focus on education and community development to leverage their expertise, networks, and potential funding sources.
- Local Business Engagement: Incorporate local businesses in the supply chain or as subcontractors to stimulate the local economy and garner community support.
- Grants and Philanthropic Funding: Tap into grants from international development agencies, charitable organizations, and foundations that support educational improvements in developing regions.
- Microfinancing: Introduce microfinance options to allow community members to invest in the projects, promoting ownership and financial inclusivity.
- Feed-in Tariff: This solar power generated by the installed solar panels can then be sold to the electrical grid, providing the school with a source of income and helping to offset its energy costs. Such a system not only reduces the school's carbon footprint but also serves as a practical demonstration of renewable energy in action, which can be an invaluable educational tool for students.
- Prefabrication and Modular Building: Utilize prefabricated components manufactured at scale to reduce on-site construction time and labor costs.
- Standardized Designs: Develop adaptable, standardized building designs that can be replicated across various locations, minimizing design costs.
- Modular Sale: two standard school construction layouts, with the flexibility to adjust the number of modules (classrooms, facilities, etc.) based on customer requirements. This approach ensures that each school can meet its unique needs while benefiting from the efficiencies of industrialized construction methods.
- Maintenance and Operational Services: Provide ongoing maintenance services for the buildings, creating a steady revenue stream post-construction.
- Dual-use Facilities: Design school facilities to serve dual purposes, such as community centers, potentially generating rental income during off-school hours.
- Eco-Friendly Practices: Employ sustainable materials and construction methods to minimize environmental impact and reduce long-term operational costs.
- Community Impact: Ensure the project significantly improves educational access and quality, strengthening community support and enhancing funding prospects.