Mutiara Harapan Islamic School (MHIS) Jakarta represents a school that supports academic development while shaping students' character, creativity, and non-academic activities. MHIS Jakarta prioritises learning experiences that are integrated with the environment, to create learning experiences and interactions between individuals within it. Thus, MNTS uses a building concept that promotes openness and adaptability. The building volume is designed to be dynamic yet organised, providing intuitive circulation. Spaces interconnected through wide openings with semi-open areas make students feel comfortable doing various activities at school.
The school area is divided into several functional zones for space efficiency and uses natural elements to maximise the potential of its environment. Upon entering the school, students are greeted by an entrance lane with a view of the green field. The drop-off location is adjacent to the security room to enhance the safety of the school occupants. In addition, the school provides a public zone for school residents and parents with green areas and small gardens that provide freshness and tranquillity. The school corridors have dual functions as ‘traffic’ lanes and active spaces for interaction. Meanwhile, classrooms are strategically located for optimal natural lighting.
The school building makes extensive use of wood materials, bright textured walls, and large openings in the facade to emphasise its eco-friendly feel. The roof and canopy are also designed to be multifunctional, protecting from rain and tropical sunlight while giving the school a strong visual identity.
