Taipei City Government

The construction project for the new Comprehensive Teaching Building at Nangang High School, commissioned by the New Construction Office of the Taipei City Government’s Public Works Department, held its beam-raising ceremony this morning (July 3). The ceremony was presided over by Chief Secretary Huang, Shu-Ju of the Public Works Department, along with relevant personnel, offering prayers for the successful completion of the project and for the safety and smooth operation of all workers and machinery involved.

Hsiao Chih-Long, Chief of the Public Works Section at the New Construction Office, noted that Taipei Municipal Nangang High School was established in 1967. The Science Building, which had been in use since 1986, was found to have an excessive chloride ion content following a seismic resistance assessment. In consideration of the safety of faculty and students as well as the need to improve the overall teaching environment, the Taipei City Government contracted the demolition of the Science Building in December 2018 and proposed a new construction plan for a Comprehensive Teaching Building. The new building will include a two-level underground parking area and five stories of above-ground teaching spaces, aiming to provide a multifunctional teaching building aligned with the Curriculum Guidelines of 12-year Basic Education. The design will offer additional space for the development and delivery of a wide range of courses. Furthermore, the overall planning of the building incorporates green building design principles, with the goal of transforming Nangang High School into a sustainable campus characterized by ecological elements, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and a healthy environment.

Huang Chia-Wei, Director of the Nangang Public Works Office under the Public Works Section of the New Construction Office, noted that the project was commissioned to KEDAK Group, Architecture, Planning & Construction Management for design and construction supervision. The design concept centers on creating dynamic and interactive learning spaces for both teachers and students. The plan includes semi-outdoor activity areas, landscaped terraces, and a rooftop garden, which are integrated with the school’s existing open spaces to form a well-rounded and multi-tiered teaching environment that fosters exchanges and interaction.The new teaching building will feature a variety of facilities, including tiered classrooms, all-weather classrooms, seminar classrooms, reservable classrooms, standard classrooms, and a parking area. The spatial layout is designed to harmonize with the natural environment, utilizing southern sunlight and appropriately guided airflow to enhance the comfort of the overall teaching environment. In addition, by creating a diverse and flexible learning space, the project aims to meet the evolving needs of the school.

Huang Chia-Wei concluded by noting that the project officially commenced on August 21, 2023. Following today’s beam-raising ceremony, the structural framework is expected to be completed in the near future. It is hoped that upon completion, the project will realize the school’s vision for diversified education and serve as a new beacon of educational excellence in Taipei. The building aims to provide a high-quality, sustainable, friendly, and safe environment for teaching and community activities, benefitting both the school and local residents. Additionally, it is anticipated to become a key landmark extending the image of the Eastern District Gateway Corridor.