toy blocks

Reiulf Ramstad Architects has been involved in designing a new kindergarten in Oslo. Again in Oslo you might say! The kindergarten offers 2 units for children between 1-3 years old and 2 units for children between 3-6 years old. The Architects had to adhere to many cultural heritage guidelines for this particular site. The area is characterised by residential buildings from 1900-1950 and due to this, the local authority wanted the kindergarten to have a contemporary expression. With its location in the middle of a small city park, the kindergarten has an outdoor area that is protected like an enclosed garden.  The solution was to enable the 4 kindergarten units to function both independently and together as required. All units share a common area and a kitchen in the heart of the building. Administration is placed on the upper floor separate from children area.