Thursday, 10 March 2011

Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA Architects

Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA
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Norwegian architects RRA have completed this wood-clad nursery school in Oslo, Norway.

Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA
Called Fagerborg Kindergarten, the project features four classrooms that can either be combined or operate separately.
Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA
One end of the building is undercut and cantilevers out to shelter the entrances below.
Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA
The interior is clad in wood with colourful staircases leading to administrative areas on the upper floors.
Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA
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Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA

The information that follows is from the architects:

RRA has been involved in designing a new kindergarten for Fagerborg Congregation in central Oslo. The kindergarten offers 2 units for children between 1-3 years old and 2 units for children between 3-6 years old.
Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA
Gross building area is around 1000m2.
Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA
There are many cultural heritage guidelines to be considered in the project site. The area is characterised by residential buildings from 1900-1950. As a requirement from the local authority, the kindergarten is to have a contemporary expression.
Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA
With its location in the middle of a small city park, the kindergarten has an outdoor area that is protected like an enclosed garden.
Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA
The planning solution enables 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 areas.
FAGERBORG KINDERGARDEN
Location: Fagerborg, Oslo
Program: Kindergarden
Client: Fagerborg Congregation
Size: 1000 m2
Commission type: Direct commission (2003)
Status: Built