Rammed Earth Classroom

Elementary school seamlessly blended with the beautiful landscape of Niamey, Niger, Africa

The rustic and natural appearance of this building reflects the particular landscape from the zone.

The suitable earth mix used for this project included laterite, desert sand, cement, and, StampTerra.

The thick, sturdy walls of the building help effectively protect the children from extreme weather conditions and disruptive outside noise, creating a calm, nurturing, and safe space inside where they can focus, play, and learn peacefully.

Data

Foundations: 36m x 1m x 1m = 36 m3

Reinforced Concrete beams: 36m x 0.40m x 0.40 m = 5.76 m3

External Walls: 36 m x 3 m x 0.40 m =  43.2 m3

Total Stabilized Dirt: 79.2 m3 –  198 tons

Total StampTerra used: 80 Liters

Total Cement used:  6 Tons

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