‘kinderhaus arche noah’ by liebel architekten, hüttlingen, germany all images courtesy of liebel architekten

german practice liebel architekten has recently completed ‘kinderhaus arche noah’, a kindergarten school in hüttlingen, germany. created with its young building users in mind, the facility features child-friendly design. the proportions have been reduced as well as low placement of ribbon windows and doors to maximize views from their perspectives. floor to ceiling glazing, skylights and atrium spaces flood the group areas with natural light.

incisions dividing the building to offer outward views while classrooms are arranged around a central outdoor courtyard introducing additional illumination and access to fresh air. inside, a vivid color palette has been used to aid with orientation for the children as well as producing mood lighting.

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah exterior

addressing sustainability and economy, the compact structure features high insulation, ensuring minimal energy loss ensuring low consumption. heated with a water pump, an underfloor heating system is used throughout the interior, generating a comfortable play environment. the ventilation system recirculates the warm air, further minimizing energy consumption.

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah view from playground

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah detail of vertical lumber cladding

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah play space for the children

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah storage area

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah storage for children’s personal effects

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah storage corridor

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah central courtyard

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah site plan

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah floor plan / level 0

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah section

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah section

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah elevation

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah elevation

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah elevation

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah elevation

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah zoning, ground plane, clearances diagram

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah development, color, exterior-interior diagram

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah volume, program, green spaces diagram

liebel architekten: kinderhaus arche noah sketch