CASESTUDY
Maryknoll Secondary School
FACT SHEET
Location
27 On Sau Road, Kwun Tong, Kowloon
Key Features
Every building element is given an importance in space and light, reflecting that each individual is being respected in the spirit of this architecture.
Key Features
The assembly hall ‘s innovative feature façade serves to reminisce the history of the site – a quarry and the Maryknoll House at Stanley.
Key Features
The grand staircase on the ground floor simultaneously accommodates different user groups.
Key Features
Orientation of the building is adjusted to facilitate daylight harvesting and natural ventilation.
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Energy efficient features and renewable energy technologies including photovoltaic (PV) panels and solar tubes contribute to 27% of energy reduction.
Key Features
Eco-pavers made from recycled concrete paving blocks.
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Over 20% of the site is covered in greenery and over 50% of the roof is coated with Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) material to minimise the heat island effect.
Key Features
Water efficient sanitary fittings contribute to 37% reduction of annual water consumption.
