
Concept of Happiness through Design: Lumio School by EdDesign LLC, Cyprus
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Overview Lumio Private School in Paphos, Cyprus operates as a non-profit international institution under Bright Era Education ownership. The facility underwent comprehensive renovation following acquisition of the former American Academy complex in 2023, with EdDesign LLC leading educational space design alongside architect Lazarou & Michael and contractor A.N. Ioannou Constructions Ltd. Campus Design Features The 6.8-hectare campus includes "clean, calm" interiors with neutral tones and natural materials emphasizing "focus and comfort." Classrooms incorporate movable furniture, writable surfaces, and flexible layouts supporting inquiry and project-based learning. The design prioritizes "large windows and daylight access" to reduce artificial lighting dependence while improving "mood and attention." Specialized Spaces Science Facilities: Professional infrastructure including electricity, vacuum, gas systems at individual work tables; mobile water stations and eye wash showers Drama & Music: Black Box acoustics with modular platforms, sound engineer's room with mixing console Library: Multifunctional zones with reading areas, individual workstations, soundproof study booths Educational Philosophy Lumio's vision centers on "happy children, learning together." Core values (B.R.I.G.H.T.—Belonging, Resilience, Innovation, Growth, Heart, Thinking) align with Cambridge International Curriculum and small class sizes (maximum ~20 students).

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EdDesig Mag talked with Dr. Michel A. Khoury on how to set up the first online school in the region and to make the homeschooling format comfortable to each of the process participants, but also how to re-imagine the traditional offline learning.

EdDesign Mag interviewed Dr. Michel A. Khoury on setting up the first online school in the region and making homeschooling comfortable, plus reimagining traditional offline learning.