Clear thinking

By Stephen Kennett Stephen Kennett 2004-09-07T00:00:00

The variable skin etfe roof used to enclose the courtyard. The patterns on the top two layers of each 'cushion' allow the amount of light entering the space to be controlled.

Pupils at Kingsdale comprehensive have a bright future thanks to the translucent etfe dome that’s been used to transform the 1950s building.

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