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Lister Community School, Newham BSF

This new 1350-place school comprises comprehensive education, social and leisure facilities which serve both the school and wider communities. As Lister welcomes in local people 356+ days a year, the design features a spacious agora at its heart. This bright and airy central space can be used for informal film screenings, meetings and exhibitions as well as acting as a gathering area for pupils during weekdays. A light ETFE roof allows natural light to flood into the agora and enables all-season usage.

In addition to academic teaching and learning spaces, the design celebrates Lister¡¯s specialism in the performing arts with the inclusion of modern drama and theatre facilities. The school has also been resourced as London Borough of Newham¡¯s centre for deaf pupils with every area being acoustically designed to provide leading-edge facilities for these pupils.

Creating a strong visual identity for Lister was a key design driver. Bold use of colour both inside and out, beautiful signage, playful graphics and unique branding combine to create a memorable sense of place. Lister¡¯s distinct aesthetic provides students, teachers, staff and locals with a civic building to feel proud of.