Lebanon School Extension Balances Learning and Play
New structure by Dagher Hanna & Partners reshapes educational space.
A new extension of Collège Louise Wegmann in Jouret El Ballout, Lebanon, is seeking to redefine the relationship between learning and architectural space. Designed by Dagher Hanna & Partners, the project balances architectural expression with functional clarity.
Sloping Site, Expressive Design
Set on a steep slope, the building’s design is influenced by its educational goals and the challenging topography. The architects sought to balance architectural clarity with expressive elements aimed at the school’s young students.
According to UNESCO, Lebanon has 1,557 private schools, catering to diverse communities and educational philosophies (UNESCO 2024).
Project Specs
- Area: 9600 m²
- Year: 2024
- Lead Architects: Dagher Hanna & Partners
Text description provided by the architects. Set on a sloped site in Jouret El Ballout, Lebanon, the new extension of Collège Louise Wegmann is a vibrant and purposeful intervention that redefines the relationship between space, learning, and play. Designed by Dagher Hanna & Partners, the building is shaped by its educational mission and steep topography, balancing architectural clarity with expressive gestures that speak directly to its young users.