Modern Arab Schools

Client: Modern Arab Company for Private Education
Location: Amman – Jordan
Services Provided: Architectural Design | Landscape Architecture | Supervision
Total Built-up Area: 5,100 m² (Stage 1), 8,500 m² (Stage 2)
Construction Cost: US $ 6,000,000
Start Date: 1993 Design | 1994 Supervision
Completion Date: 1994 Design | 1997 Supervision
Affiliations: Jafar Toukan Associates

Challenge:
Modern Arab School aimed to reflect its historical significance as a cornerstone in the community’s educational landscape, necessitating a design that blended traditional architectural values with modern functionality. The challenge was to create an adaptable campus that could accommodate growing educational needs while maintaining a coherent architectural identity.

Approach:
The project was structured into two development stages:

The first stage focused on early education, comprising a kindergarten building with integrated playgrounds, a two-story elementary school building, and ample parking.
The second stage included preparatory and secondary school facilities, complete with classrooms, administration offices, a sports center, a swimming pool, a theater hall, and additional parking.
Incorporating traditional design principles, the campus was arranged around internal courtyards and defined gates, fostering a sense of community and continuity. By distributing the facilities thoughtfully across the site, the design created a seamless environment that served both academic and extracurricular needs. This approach allowed the school to maintain its role as a historical institution while meeting the demands of contemporary education.

Impact:
The completion of both stages transformed the Modern Arab School into a fully equipped, cohesive campus. The thoughtful integration of traditional architectural elements provided a sense of continuity and cultural identity, while the inclusion of state-of-the-art facilities ensured the school remained a leading educational institution. By blending tradition with modernity, the project not only supported academic growth but also reinforced the school’s enduring role in shaping the local community’s educational development.

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