A Place of Growth, 2026
3.6 x 9.2 m (dining hall)
4.8 m x 2.3 m (main entrance)
1.0 x 2.3 m (south entrance)
1 x 1 m (Glass plaques)
Produced by PONY with Wates Construction South, Department for Education, Oasis Academy Daventry Road, Oasis Community Learning and Bristol City Council.
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Designs inspired by Knowle’s natural heritage weave through four permanent artworks integrated into the building envelope which communicate a coherent narrative across the fabric of the new development, reflecting the school as A Place of Growth that provides exceptional education at the heart of the community.
By utilising the building’s scale, the artworks create significant impact, celebrating local culture and amplifying student voices, where light, colour and layout work together without being overwhelming. The suite of inter-related artworks are strategically placed, transforming otherwise monotone surroundings into vibrant and inspiring places of creativity and joy for students to thrive.
Biophilic window designs reference Knowle’s origins, and these architectural-scale activations are situated at key locations frequented by all students to provide a reprieve from the effects of digital screens. Underscored by colour psychology, sensory interventions aid legibility and charge daily routines with optimism, joy and pride - encouraging students to view the world through a more positive lens.
Located at the main entrance, a large wall-mounted glass sculpture features floristic details which immortalise the nearby Northern Slopes, an area cherished by the community. A touchpoint, this work acts as a marker encouraging students to think about the school’s values, the changing phases of the seasons, and their own potential and transformation.
The commission strengthens the relationship between people and place by grounding the site in local culture; fostering an inspiring learning environment which encourages belonging, improves wellbeing, enhances pride and builds connection. The artworks create a cultural legacy in perpetuity, which reflects our commitment to delivering positive social outcomes – for artists, communities, cities and society.