Winner of the 2006 Competition, Lowenergy construction method, Passivehouse technology
The relatively massive construction of the Kindergarten is ,through a tight integration of the building in the site and transformation of the flat roof into a useful greenspace, reduced to visually pleasing dimensions, avoiding a competitive position against the church.
With the exception of the multi-purpose room, the kindegarten is a barrier-free, construction at ground level: compact and cost-efficient yet functional and energetic. The complete plantation of the roof maximizes the green spaces available to the children.
The Kindergarten is accessed from south. Over a sunny, energetic, orange-colored porch, which serves also as an ideal shelter for baby carriages and scooters,the central hall is reached. In plan, the hall resembles a cross ,stretched southwards. The main axis provides the entrance to the building and beautiful perspectives over the historical heart of Drasenhofen.The crossaxis, serves as the east-west connection.
The group room is subdivided into different functional-areas with built-in elements amongst wich the tower, rising all the way to the upper floor, is the most distinctive.
At the bottom of the tower lies the story-telling chamber where a carpet-covered bench running on the periphery of the room invites children to listen. Diffuse lighting and acoustical insulation help create a cosy and meditative atmosphere. On top of the tower a dollhouse and a miniature appartment are arranged.
The theater stage, inspires children with new game ideas. Small performances organized and carried out by children, help enrich and enliven the daily routine of the kindergarten. The stage also serves as an additional play platform.
The architecture of Drasenhofen kindergarten seeks to inspire children, widen their horizons and contribute to their future as free spirited, well-bred men and women.
Partner architect: D.I. Hubert Hartl
With collaboration of: D.I. Michael Klauser, D.I. Addreas Hradil, D.I. Andreas Amann, D.I. Peter Larcher, D.I. Roland Bayer
Building equipment and appliances, Building physics: Solar4you, D.I.HTL. Johannes Stockinger
Structural designer: D.I.Dr. Klaus Petraschka
Light designer: Jakob Uhl
Landscape architects: D.I. Joachim Kräftner, D.I. Clemens Kolar