Hsinchu Chien Hua Junior High School｜Eureka Eurekathon

“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.”

— Benjamin Franklin

“Eureka Eurekathon” takes its name from the English word Eureka, meaning “I found it!”, symbolizing the spark of creativity and problem-solving insight. Jinhua Junior High School envisions this space as a dedicated classroom for advancing its school-based curriculum, inspiring teachers and students to explore global sustainability issues and the SDGs through a series of inquiry-based, discussion-driven, and presentation-oriented learning activities.

An Open and Expansive Floor Plan — Creating Boundless Learning Possibilities

To support diverse and flexible curricular needs while fostering a sense of spatial openness, the design team developed strategies from two major perspectives. First, large floor-to-ceiling openings were introduced at entrances and exterior façades to dissolve the original sense of enclosure, creating a visual experience of “openness and flow” that naturally encourages students to enter with curiosity. Second, by removing non-structural walls, the interior becomes a flexible and adaptable open floor plan that accommodates general instruction, group discussions, reading, and various forms of presentation with ease.

Eureka! Eureka! Let’s Discover Together!

Beyond spatial flexibility, the design provides abundant book storage tailored to the school’s needs. Digitally generated gradient forms break away from traditional rectilinear bookshelves, bringing rhythm and fluidity to the space and inspiring students to immerse themselves in an ever-expanding world of knowledge. Additionally, foldable wall panels integrated with the floor-to-ceiling glazing can be opened to introduce ample natural light and enhance spatial transparency, or unfolded to create a large display surface—offering an ideal setting for sharing, showcasing, and meaningful interaction between teachers and students.