Ripple Rock Elementary School is located in Campbell River, BC. It is a new facility designed to serve the consolidated populations of two decommissioned existing schools - a diverse student population, including a high proportion of First Nations students.

The site for this facility is carved out of a second growth forest, creating a natural parklike setting for the children. Significant stands of existing trees will be preserved as a buffer from the residential neighbours and as a learning resource. A new sand-based turf playing field will provide year round usability for the school and community in this wet climate.

The building is planned as two wings: an academic wing and a community and social wing, which can be isolated for after-hours use. The two-storey building is constructed of exposed heavy timber and wood framing. There is a strong focus on the use of locally milled materials including douglas fir log columns in the corridors. The building’s form is representative of both mill-town heritage and First Nations artistry, and makes extensive use of natural daylight and ventilation.