"For me, the Open Roof Space is an area to explore new things, a ladder to reach difficult or impossible places." – Nehir Yaycıoğlu, Graduate
"The educational area in the Open Roof Space is about more than just studying, painting and reading. It is a door to a dream world for me, a place where I feel as free as a bird." – Ayda Evren, Student
"The Open Roof Space is 'a place beyond borders' for me." – Demir Şengör, Graduate
Designed from the imagination of the Sezin community, The Open Roof Space is a place for innovative learning, producing, collaborating and gathering. It is a place without formalities and is constantly evolving. Implemented with the expertise of over five decades of experience, it is a ‘pedagogical workshop’ that houses our ‘Makerlab,’ our ‘Skillslab,’ a library, several multi-purpose rooms and various workspaces, all of which offer a preview of the school of the future.
Designing the Open Roof Space based on the concepts of communication, teamwork, flexibility, transparency, cheerfulness and acoustics, we have aimed to create a versatile space that touches the lives of all beneficiaries. The research process began in February 2014 with a creative thought and design workshop for teachers and administrators under the supervision of ATÖLYE. Various insights such as flexible areas, the need for hands-on learning through Makerlab, large and open workspaces, and the need for zones of interaction for parents and teachers emerged from this session.
The experimental research period followed by field studies, observation sessions, interviews, and design critiques with students and teachers continued after the Open Roof Space was opened for use in 2017. Observations and studies during its first year enabled the Open Roof Space to develop and transform according to specific needs.
Today, the Open Roof Space, where a new production and learning culture is spreading, excites our students with its offerings. On a given day you can observe students, all of whom are enriched through the power of imagination, creation and sharing, developing original projects, organizing events, or simply enjoying the peace and quiet of the area.
The Open Roof Space supports different learning styles in accordance with 21st century competencies. It is an area for growth not only for our students, but also for our teachers, parents, and partners. We will continue to design the future by dreaming together in this space where all are welcome to discover themselves.