Building & BaLA Initiatives

Building as Learning Aid (BaLA) is an initiative that aims to use a school’s physical environment as a learning tool. The concept was developed by Vinyas, Centre for Architectural Research & Design, with support from UNICEF. The idea is to maximize the educational value of a school’s space by incorporating activity-based learning, child-friendliness, and inclusive education for children with special needs. BaLA considers the school’s entire physical environment, including the inside, outside, and semi-open spaces