Haude Elementary Library & Pods

Experiential Design

Professional (2023-2025)

Overview

Office : PBK Architects

Team : Nicole Jordan, Michael Zepeda

Location : Houston, TX

Status : Under Construction

Tools : Rhino, Sketchup, Lumion, Photoshop, Illustrator

Phases : Concept Design, Design Development, Schematic Design, Construction Documentation, Construction Administration

Project Background

Haude Elementary has envisioned a truly imaginative and immersive learning environment, commissioning a space-themed library along with biome-inspired learning pods for each grade level.

Library

Library Design Process Renderings

The library is designed to evoke the feeling of floating through space, with star patterns present in the carpet, ceiling, walls, and even the lighting. At its center stands a large-scale rocket, creatively integrated with built-in book shelving.

Student Learning Pods

Biomes

Each grade occupies its own wing, where uniquely themed biome pods bring a distinct sense of energy and identity to the learning experience. In collaboration with the graphic design team, we developed fully immersive environments that wrap around each pod. To add a touch of whimsy, animal silhouette reading nooks are nestled into every pod, alongside features like large-scale writing walls and magnetic display surfaces to support both creativity and interactive learning.

Kindergarten - Temperate Forest