Abstract
[Inter]play is a collaborative project that reimagines the central courtyard of a local public elementary school in Knoxville, TN as a dynamic learning commons through the principles of interiority and commoning. By prioritizing user experiences and community engagement, the design integrates flexible, interactive, and sensory-rich elements, transforming the previously dormant 8,000-square-foot space into a vibrant educational environment. Speculative thinking seeded a creative process that fueled the project’s evolution and empowered the elementary school community to employ the design proposal toward negotiating the project’s paths to realization. The ongoing multi-phase design process emphasizes collective ownership and agency, ultimately resulting in a model for the learning commons that encourages exploration and fosters a sense of community. This approach highlights the crucial role of interior architecture in developing communal and responsive educational spaces.
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