DesignInc’s visionary master plan brings new life to Reservoir Primary School, featuring a state-of-the-art STEAM wing, a dynamic music pavilion, and campus makeover.
Innovative architecture and outdoor spaces interlink with heritage buildings, arranged to create a vibrant school heart.
DesignInc has collaborated with educators at Reservoir Primary School to lead a transformative journey, unveiling a comprehensive master plan that breathes new life into the century-old campus.
A new street presence is created, with the existing building representing the history of the school while the two new buildings are ‘bookends’ representing the present and future of the school.
The restoration project breathes fresh vitality into the original 1920s school building, morphing it into a modern administration hub. Inside, reimagined and renovated learning spaces offer a diverse range of direct and indirect learning environments, fostering creativity and engagement.
The interiors unveil a harmonious blend of soft, curvilinear architectural elements, punctuated by rounded apertures, fostering a fluid spatial experience that effortlessly intertwines with the natural environment. Our design intention is to promote a sense of ease and seamless connection with nature.
Moreover, this emphasis on openness and connectivity facilitates passive surveillance, ensuring student and staff security. It also promotes calm, fostering an environment for positive interactions and collective wellbeing.
With striking architectural forms, the campus becomes a vibrant hub of learning, fostering innovation and community engagement.
Ellen Wilkinson
Associate – Education Leader, DesignInc Melbourne
The new music pavilion, designed to house both the music and OSHC programs, adds to the school’s appeal. Positioned at the school entrance, this pavilion seamlessly connects with the Stage 1 gymnasium, becoming an inviting community hub out of school hours for a variety of functions.
Two new community entries, including a family entrance with direct access to the school campus and a community entrance with access to reception and OSCH, create a welcoming sense of arrival.
Central to the school’s transformation is the new STEAM building, where innovation and engagement are evident in every space. This two-story facility, linked to the main structure, presents modern teaching spaces for science, art, and food technology. Paired with a dynamic library space and additional learning areas, it promises to ignite a passion for learning in every student.
The Benalla P-12 College STEAM Centre and Library represent a resetting of the life of this school for over 620 students, revitalising the campus and introducing STEAM-based education for Years 6-12.
Glenroy Library has been awarded a commendation in the 2024 Library Design Awards by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). This recognition is a testament to the innovative design and community-centric approach of Glenroy Community Hub, which houses Australia’s first Passive House-certified library and community building.
DesignInc is proud to announce that we have achieved dual Climate Active certification, which certifies both our Services and Organisation. Currently, DesignInc is the only architecture practice in Australia that holds Climate Active certification for Service.
DesignInc has expanded into the Northern Territory, establishing a studio in Darwin. With expertise across sectors including defence, health, education, community, workplace, residential, transport, aviation, and urban design, DesignInc will now combine its national experience with established local knowledge, having completed numerous projects across the Northern Territory over the last decade.
