The Shenkar College for Engineering, Design and Art is located in a very small campus in Ramat Gan. After winning a competition for the redesign of this campus, the firm was asked to further enlarge and renovate the old 1950’s administration building, which also houses the Fashion Design Department. The budget was modest, and work had to be done in a few short intervals between semesters.

Using an encasing method, two new floors were added on top of the existing building, the weight of which is supported by an exterior steel grid, which doubles as earthquake resistance structure support.

Aluminum lattice inspired by fabric design, has been installed on the external frame in varying densities, creating a simple, economical yet effective play of light and shade, while also unifying old and new. Colorful glass boxes pop out of the facade facing the neighborhood, where the students can exhibit their work.

See more: Archdaily, September 22, 2014

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