Using topography to redefine children’s learning environment in China, and more news

For PropertyGuru’s news roundup, architects are reimagining schools not just as places for learning but as ecosystems where children can grow holistically. In other headlines, what are the prospects of property investments in India’s popular temple towns? Lastly, the Philippines seeks to equip their estero rangers and river warriors with more skills to better protect the country’s waterways.

Playful pedagogy: 4 projects using topography to redefine children’s learning environments in China

Educational architecture globally is undergoing a significant transformation, moving away from static, rigid designs toward more dynamic, interactive, and nature-driven environments. According to ArchDaily, architects are reimagining schools not just as places for learning but as ecosystems where children can grow holistically. A key element in this shift is the integration of landscape and topographical design, which allows schools to transcend traditional boundaries, combining education with play, exploration, and connection to nature. These designs aim to create engaging spaces that challenge children to interact with their environment physically and emotionally, fostering creativity, independence, and well-being. Educational spaces are being reshaped into vibrant, multi-dimensional landscapes that encourage movement, imagination, and discovery.

Should you buy a property in a temple town in India?

India is a country with numerous spiritual destinations, where pilgrimage or ‘tirthayatra’ holds great significance. Over the recent years, the number of people visiting temple towns in India has increased. The constant influx of tourists to these destinations is a key reason for the high demand for rented apartments. And the government is pushing for the fast development of temple towns. In the Union Budget 2025-26, the government has identified tourism as a sector for employment-led growth, focusing on places of spiritual and religious significance. The temple towns in India are expected to witness increased economic activities, driving infrastructure and real estate developments. The demand for properties has picked up in prominent cities such as Ayodhya and Varanasi. This guide from Housing.com discusses the prospects of property investments in the popular temple towns of India.

Philippines’ DENR eyes better benefits, skills training for estero, river rangers

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is exploring ways to enhance the benefits and help improve the skills of estero (drainage canal) rangers and river warriors, recognizing their critical role in protecting the country’s waterways and in the fight against climate change. During the awarding of exemplary estero rangers and river warriors, DENR Secretary Maria Antonia Loyzaga cited the significant contribution of the workers and emphasized the need to expand support for their welfare, including access to training programs, scholarships, and healthcare services. “We are looking into providing additional benefits, such as skills training through TESDA (Technical Education and Skills Development Authority) and potential scholarship opportunities,” Loyzaga told the PNA.

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