Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley Middle School

Berkeley, CA

Located on an urban site, the challenge was to transform paved outdoor areas into an Edible Garden and Outdoor Lounge with an educational focus. The Edible Garden is a combined outdoor classroom, rainwater catchment system, and organic garden. The translucent roof informs of the sun’s position while capturing rainwater for irrigation. The Outdoor Lounge provides an escape from the bustling asphalt playground.

Sessa + Wadlund Design Studio