Perhaps you have heard that the Meiji University’s second school building number 2 is set to be demolished. It is a sad end for a place filled with history. This is the story of \u7b2c\u4e8c\u6821\u820e2\u53f7\u9928.
Meiji University’s \u7b2c\u4e8c\u6821\u820e2\u53f7\u9928 is located on the 生田 campus. This campus is located in the city of Kawasaki. The building itself was designed by 萱口譲己先生.
But now its story nears its end. 明治大学 生田第二校舎2号館 will be discontinued in 2024. The decision to demolish the building has been made.
To honor its legacy a farewell event was held. It took place on November 30 2024. The event included a symposium and tours. Attendees learned about the building’s historical significance. They also shared memories of 生田キャンパス第二校舎2号館. The goal was to preserve its memory.
The university is pushing forward with new construction. The 生田 campus is undergoing significant changes. A new central school building is planned. It will incorporate classrooms and a library. There will also be learning commons. This new building aims to enhance the campus.
The construction is scheduled to begin in April 2023. It will be completed by December 2024. The new facility is set to open in March 2025. This marks a new chapter for Meiji University.
Part of the plan includes demolishing \u7b2c\u4e8c\u6821\u820e2\u53f7\u9928. Some parts of the 生田 library will also be removed. Existing facilities will be renovated as well. The campus center will be redesigned. These changes aim to create a unified campus environment.
The university also plans to preserve trees. Existing trees will be protected as much as possible. Important trees will be replanted. New trees will also be planted. This ensures a sustainable green space.
Some lumber from felled trees will be repurposed. Himalayan cedar will be used for tables and benches. These will be placed in the memorial corner on the first floor.
The new building will promote collaborative learning. Classrooms libraries and learning commons will be integrated. The building aims to minimize its environmental impact. Natural energy will be used. Energy consumption will be reduced. The goal is to achieve ZEB Ready certification.
The structure of the new building will be made of reinforced concrete. It will have six floors above ground. The building will cover approximately 3000 square meters. The total floor area will be about 13400 square meters.
Inside there will be classrooms and a library. Learning commons and shared spaces will be available. A bridge will connect it to the central school building. The 生田 campus continues to evolve. The 生田 campus strives to meet the needs of future generations. \u7b2c\u4e8c\u6821\u820e2\u53f7\u9928 may be gone but its story will live on.