Design and building theory
The design shows a forest kindergarten on the edge of
a lake in the south of Augsburg. The requirements to be
verified related to child-friendly and material-conscious
construction and an atmospheric plan graphic. The
constructive feasibility took a back seat in this design.
The design works with three simple, intersecting
structures in the shape of the original house. The
intersections result in two large group rooms separated
by a height difference, which are accessed via a
playable, space-creating staircase. Inspired by a tree
house in the forest, the lightweight structures rise up to
provide privacy, leaving only an entrance area with
checkroom at ground level.