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Axonometric View of Montessori School
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Harmony Montessori School in Mumbai, India

In a densely populated city like Mumbai, Montessori schools have been developing in recent years. With a very humble beginning, Harmony Montessori has been educating children in Mumbai for past 20 years. Expanding into their new branch in the heart of the city, this 3,100 square-foot school houses three classrooms, all culminating into a common learning space brimming with intriguing activities.

A detailed study and analysis of the Montessori philosophies of education led to a design which exudes harmony and creates a well-prepared environment with openness for children. Visualizing the space through the eyes of a child, the continuous flow of the design, including classroom furniture, washroom fixtures, and learning material shelves, effortlessly caters to the anthropometry of children, encouraging them to make their own choices, complete all tasks independently, and become self-reliant. Inculcating the significance of learning through self-exploration, the design extends beyond typical box planning techniques by introducing playful pocket spaces and activity niches. 

The minimalist design having a neutral Ashwood and white-toned interiors emulates a dialect of seamless connection with nature by way of indoor plantations. Casting expansive views of the sky in the eyes of the children, lower seating areas and floor cushions face the continuous flow of long windows which paint a picturesque image of the lush outdoor foliage. Stimulating the conscious development of a child, a dialogue with nature nurtures a feeling of empathy towards the natural fauna and creates a soothing atmosphere for focused learning.  

While Montessori ideals enlighten the minds of the children, a mixture of warm and white light floods the spaces, comfortably brightening up the classrooms, with few decorative lights aesthetically enhancing the area. Children of varied age groups learn together in a well-ventilated space, growing and collaborating in unity. 

The design brief thoroughly revolved around the aim of captivating Montessori ideologies aptly in the planning process ultimately resulting in spaces which enhance the social, physical, and emotional development of a child. 

 
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Status: Built
Location: Mumbai, IN
Firm Role: Architect & Interior Designer
Additional Credits: Capstone Consultants Private Limited

 
Cross Section through Montessori School
Cross Section through Montessori School
Cross Section showing interesting activity spaces of the School
Cross Section showing interesting activity spaces of the School
Cross Section showing a wall art of flying birds at the entrance of the School
Cross Section showing a wall art of flying birds at the entrance of the School
Ashwood and white-toned interiors of the School
Ashwood and white-toned interiors of the School
Classroom furniture planned according to child anthropometry
Classroom furniture planned according to child anthropometry
Interactive play areas for children
Interactive play areas for children
Washroom fixtures at child-friendly heights
Washroom fixtures at child-friendly heights
Enhancing holistic growth of a child
Enhancing holistic growth of a child
Seamless connection with nature by way of indoor plantations
Seamless connection with nature by way of indoor plantations
Adventurous activities for children to enjoy
Adventurous activities for children to enjoy
Collaborative learning among students
Collaborative learning among students
Encouraging joyful learning
Encouraging joyful learning
Reading corner for kids at the School
Reading corner for kids at the School
Hands-on activities for effective development of a child
Hands-on activities for effective development of a child
Reading shelves at comfortable heights to allow freedom of choice to kids
Reading shelves at comfortable heights to allow freedom of choice to kids
Cozy reading nook for children
Cozy reading nook for children
Exploring a variety of interesting tasks
Exploring a variety of interesting tasks
Soft, minimalist design exuding harmony and openness
Soft, minimalist design exuding harmony and openness
Different learning materials of Montessori education philosophies
Different learning materials of Montessori education philosophies
Learning material shelves easily accessible to children
Learning material shelves easily accessible to children
Admin room at the Montessori School
Admin room at the Montessori School
Colorful toys and play equipment for children
Colorful toys and play equipment for children
Interior Views of Harmony Montessori School in Mumbai

Interior Views of Harmony Montessori School in Mumbai