SAKO architects shapes playful educational center in beijing

SAKO architects shapes playful educational center in beijing
photos by ruijing photo
all images courtesy of SAKO architects

designed to enrich the imaginations of beijing’s children, SAKO architects has created a playful educational environment entitled ‘family box’. the scheme’s interiors feature bold splashes of color alongside sinuous forms that represent an abstract interpretation of arboreal vegetation.

the scheme’s interiors feature bold splashes of color presented alongside sinuous forms

the public program of the center is spread across three storeys, with the main entrance and three swimming pools positioned at ground floor level. above, the second and third floors are home to 15 separate class and activity rooms including a kitchen, a supermarket, a music studio, a dance workshop, a cafeteria and an indoor exercise and play area.

a double-height atrium at the center of the plan

twelve randomly placed colored cylinders divide the space, delineating different zones and their activities. the variations of the free form curved openings, and the inclined nature of the walls strengthen the design’s playful atmosphere.

the second and third floors are home to 15 separate class and activity rooms

the variations of the free form curved openings strengthen the design’s playful atmosphere

the center’s ‘supermarket’

reception and foyer area

three swimming pools are also positioned at ground floor level

furnishings and doorways continue the scheme’s playful identity

the educational center is designed to enrich the imaginations of beijing’s children

project info:

name: family box in beijing
location: beijing, china
type: children’s early education center
architects: keiichiro sako, kumiko fukasawa / SAKO architects
client: beijing family box
constructor: shenzhen weiye decoration group
size: 3 floors
building area: 4,150 sqm
photography: ruijing photo