Openhouse, a collaborative co-learning space housed on the seventh floor of AC Market on Shakespeare Sarani, is the brainchild of two city-bred youngsters, who returned home with a new perspective after finishing college at Stanford University in the US. This fresh perspective is evident the moment you step into the 8,500sqft space — an open layout with colourful, relaxed interiors.
“After experiencing the open environment of learning during our stay abroad, we wanted to introduce the same in our city and bridge the gap between teachers and students by offering them a space that encourages dialogue,” said Akshay Rampuria, one of the founder duo.
With 10 glass-paned classrooms, collaborative study areas, a common area, counselling rooms and a small pantry space, Openhouse has about 30 teachers offering regular classes, apart from workshops and sessions on everything, from yoga and music to art and science.
“The space has been done up in a way that makes learning interesting and is updated with latest infrastructure. The open layout and glass panes ensure privacy yet encourages collaboration,” added Akshay.
What: Openhouse, a collaborative co-learning space
Where: 7th floor, AC Market, 1 Shakespeare Sarani
Timings: 9am to 9pm, every day
Text: Anannya Sarkar
Pictures: Shuvo Roychaudhury
