To implement biophilic design to transform a school’s underused outdoor space to feel welcoming, accessible, and engaging for students with complex needs. By adding sensory elements, splashes of greenery and plenty of colour, we set out to make learning outside both engaging and fun, all while increasing biodiversity and bringing more life into school grounds.

The project spanned the length of the outdoor space, consisting of a pergola and outdoor classroom features such as seating and a whiteboard. Sensory plants, green screens and other interactive features were installed across the school grounds.

To bring the vision to life, we focused on thoughtful design and natural materials that could make the outdoor spaces feel inviting, practical and full of variety.

The new outdoor spaces have create a safer, more inspiring environment for students with more complex needs, giving them more opportunities to learn, play and explore in a safe environment.