Design of a School in a Hot and Arid Climate

Hot-Arid Region School

• Client School Renovation Office – Sistan & Baluchestan
• Category Educational Architecture.
• Date 2021
• Location Sistan and Baluchestan , Iran

This project focuses on the architectural design of a school located in a hot and arid climate—characterized by long, dry summers and short, mild winters. The design approach emphasizes passive climate strategies to reduce energy consumption and enhance thermal comfort for students. Key elements include optimal building orientation, natural ventilation, effective shading, and the use of local materials. Semi-open spaces and climate-responsive layouts have been integrated to foster a learning environment that is both functional and environmentally adaptive. The result is a school that not only supports educational activities but also thoughtfully responds to the region’s harsh climatic conditions.