We have just completed a completely unique job at this special needs school in North London. We have called it the Eco Hub. The brief from the school was as follows:
- They needed something which stimulated sensory and physical play
- The wanted a building which promoted sustainability and environmental awareness
The building is essentially a standard 4m x 4m outdoor classroom shelter but it is the modifications and accessories that make it interesting and unique. It features the following:
- Educational renewable energy equipment which is comprised of a wind turbine, solar panel and internally mounted control panel with sockets, datalogger and bulk head light
- Roof guttering and water butt with planters for water harvesting
- Bird box
- Bug house panel
- Extended decking area for power generating pedal bikes and hand cranks and with in-built access ramp
- Roll-down canvas panels to the side windows and entrance
- Electric pedal bespoke system to include bike generators and hand cranks; power management system; music control system with drum interface; bubble making machine and sound system with Bose speakers and blue tooth
This is best seen by clicking on the link given below which also features a video of the eco hub in action!
And we also supplied a specially adapted rounded door to give access to this area so that the children could feel that they are entering a special space
For more information, please contact the Hideout House Company on 01832 275902 or email info@hideouthouse.com
Specially adapted version for inclusive wheelchair access
