Extension of the kindergarten in Laakirchen, Upper Austria

Extension of the Kindergarten in Laakirchen

Horizontal and vertical additions transformed the former Caritas kindergarten with three groups into a contemporary elementary educational facility with six kindergarten groups and two toddler groups. The elongated building structure is segmented by projections and recesses in the outer shell, a transition from plaster to wooden cladding, and a reduced surface area. This design creates protected outdoor play areas on two levels, located in front of and around the group rooms. The extensions and superstructures were constructed using sustainable wood panel construction with high-quality hemp insulation.