تصميم مدرسي مبتكر باستخدام عمارة الحاويات: دراسة مقارنة في ضوء مفاهيم الاستدامة | ||||
| مجلة العمارة والفنون والعلوم الإنسانية | ||||
| Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 07 August 2025 | ||||
| Document Type: المقالة الأصلية | ||||
| DOI: 10.21608/mjaf.2025.386698.3712 | ||||
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| Author | ||||
Shymaa Gamal 
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| Arab Academy for Science and | ||||
| Abstract | ||||
| architectural strategies have become not only desirable but essential. Among the most compelling of these approaches is the adaptive reuse of shipping containers, which has gained international traction as a practical, modular, and resource-efficient alternative to traditional construction methods. This architectural trend responds effectively to environmental, economic, and spatial challenges, offering flexibility and scalability in both urban and rural contexts. This study examines two internationally recognized projects that demonstrate the effective use of shipping containers in educational settings: the Waldorf School in Costa Mesa, California, and the Vissershok Container Classroom in Cape Town, South Africa. These case studies serve as benchmarks for evaluating the integration of container architecture into school design. The evaluation encompasses both architectural and environmental criteria. Design elements such as exterior finishes, wall materials, flooring, ceiling treatments, insulation, ventilation systems, and interior color schemes are analyzed in depth. In addition, the study explores key sustainability indicators, including resource optimization, energy efficiency, emissions reduction, waste minimization, and cost performance during both construction and long-term operation. Special attention is given to the incorporation of green infrastructure and botanical features as components of a holistic, eco-conscious design philosophy. By synthesizing insights from these case studies, the research provides a set of practical recommendations for architects, planners, and educators seeking to adopt container-based solutions in school construction. The findings emphasize the transformative potential of this approach in advancing sustainable, adaptable, and context-sensitive educational environments—particularly in communities facing economic or spatial constraints. Keywords: shipping container architecture, sustainable school design, educational buildings, repurposed materials, energy efficiency, cost-effective construction, green architecture | ||||
| Keywords | ||||
| shipping container architecture; sustainable school design; educational building | ||||
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