
Construction has commenced on the new Loreto Normanhurst Boarding School, a state-of-the-art facility designed by AJC Architects.
The project aims to provide accommodation for 216 boarding students from Years 7 to 12, offering a range of room configurations to suit different age groups and needs.
The innovative design includes six-bed dormitories for younger boarders, as well as two-bed and single rooms for senior students.
Each room will feature generous, secure storage to ensure ample space for students’ belongings.
At the heart of the facility is a large dining room capable of serving all 216 boarders in one sitting.
This central space connects to various study areas, lounges, and music rooms through a series of tiered gathering spaces.
Dua Green, AJC Director, emphasised the firm’s commitment to the project, stating:”We are dedicated to delivering a facility that meets the highest standards of design and functionality, ensuring a positive and enriching experience for all students.”
The boarding school’s design takes advantage of its location on a steep escarpment, using terraced level changes to create privacy and security while maximising views of the oval and surrounding bushland.
This approach also helps reduce the building’s scale as it descends the hillside, integrating with existing trees to preserve the site’s natural beauty.
Marina Ugonotti, Loreto Normanhurst Principal, highlighted the forward-thinking nature of the project: “As we boldly look to the future, we know that what has been right for boarding for the last 125 years, may not be for the next 125 years.
“Our new state-of-the-art Boarding School has been designed with the needs of current and future Loreto Normanhurst boarders in mind and ensures we can continue our mission to shape women for our times.”
The construction of this new boarding facility marks a significant milestone in AJC Architects’ ongoing commitment to creating innovative and sustainable educational environments.