The old existing building on the playground was to be replaced by a new one. The brief called for a modest, durable and safe new building that would upgrade the playground and appeal to children. The building has separate spaces for a kindergarten. By means of a movable partition the spaces can be interlinked to provide space for different activities and multiple uses.
Within a very tight budget a colorful light-hearted object was designed and introduced in the playground. The relationship between inside and outside is playfully strengthened with specific openings and windows.
A large covered canopy for sheltered play features the front of the building. Natural wood and color determines the cozy and comfortable atmosphere of the interior.
+ Project credits / data
Project : Playground Building
Location: Utrecht, The Netherlands
Client : Municipality of Utrecht
Architect : Van Rooijen Architecten
Interior architect : Van Rooijen Architecten
Photograph: Cornbread Works
Completion : April 2010
+ All images, drawings and description courtesy Van Rooijen Architecten | photo by Cornbread Works
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