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Fagerborg Kindergarten, Oslo

Usually children are not allowed to make big decisions. So when the adults decide on their behalf they have to be careful, also when it comes to architectonic qualities.

Architect: Reiulf Ramstad Arkitekter
Published 06 Oct, 2011
 
The external form of the building creates places for the children to play.

The external form of the building creates places for the children to play.

The placement of the volumes in the park gives good daylight conditions both indoors and out. The windows and openings are set at various child heights.

Location plan

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Ground floor plan

Completion: 2010

Address:
Fagerborggata 31, Oslo

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Photo:
The Architect. Søren Harder Nilsen and Nyebilder.no

This kindergarten was aimed specifically at providing children, who are normally not consulted in the design of their environments, a rich architectonic experience.

The site is in an area of historic interest, adjacent to a local park, which allows the use of timber in the construction in contrast to the surrounding masonry. There are four types of windows, adjusted to child heights, which give differentiated daylight in the rooms. The kindergarten houses four playgroups, with a common gathering area and kitchen. Staff areas and art- and crafts rooms are on the upper level.

Good daylighting, minimum south exposure, connection to district heating, high insulation levels and timber construction all contribute to a good energy score.