Dalyellup College is a new school in a picturesque, tree filled site just outside the coastal south west city of Bunbury. The design is a ribbon of contemporary architectural spaces - distinct learning communities integrated with specialist facilities - woven amongst retained trees that form a 'signature' for the new school. A two storey building mass protects the south west corner of the site from strong prevailing winds, providing a strong street address and a focus to the main entry. The building form creates a generous, north facing community 'heart' courtyard. A materials palette of natural finishes including terracade, coloured concrete, metal, exposed aggregate polished floors, is complemented by splashes of vibrant colour dispersed according to function and location.