The site is a visionary school where students interact with each other, staff and 1100 acres of mostly bushland. The project is a library - a centre for learning resources and communication - and a safe haven in case of bush fires.
The answer is a fascinating structure combining new and recycled timbers, an earth covered roof and a range of low energy systems to maximise sustainability.
Candlebark School Library was the overall winner of the 2012 Australian Timber Design Awards (ATDA) for architect Paul Haar.
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