Atuarfik Hans Lynge School by KHR Arkitektur A/S

KHR Arkitektur’s Atuarfik Hans Lynge School Withstands Harsh Mountain Weather Conditions in Greenland

05/08/2013

Atuarfik Hans Lynge School by KHR Arkitektur A/S

The Atuarfik Hans Lynge School is a stunning new building in the town of Qinngorport in Nuuk, Greenland designed by Danish firm <a href="http://www.khr.dk" target="_blank">KHR Arkitektur A/S</a>. The 19,685 square foot, $22.2 million structure is not only beautifully integrated into its mountainous backdrop, but it is also designed to withstand some of the harshest climate conditions in the world.

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Atuarfik Hans Lynge School by KHR Arkitektur A/S

Due to the unique topography of the mountains, the school building is particularly vulnerable to strong winds, snowstorms and rushes of <a href="http://inhabitat.com/algae-growth-resulting-from-glacial-melt-could-help-curb-climate-change/" target="_blank">melting water</a>.

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Atuarfik Hans Lynge School by KHR Arkitektur A/S

Large eaves protect the building from strong winds, and a long stone gutter captures the melting ice as the weather warms.

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Atuarfik Hans Lynge School by KHR Arkitektur A/S

Carefully angled roofs are designed to carry winds up and over the building, shielding its glass facade from violent gusts.

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Atuarfik Hans Lynge School by KHR Arkitektur A/S

The architects also incorporated large expanses of window walls to draw in natural light, which is so important during Greenland's dark winters. High ceilings at the entrances maintain a light and airy feeling inside the school.

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The Atuarfik Hans Lynge School is a stunning new building in the town of Qinngorport in Nuuk, Greenland designed by Danish firm KHR Arkitektur A/S. The 19,685 square foot, $22.2 million structure is not only beautifully integrated into its mountainous backdrop, but it is also designed to withstand some of the harshest climate conditions in the world.

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