Kindergarten Hermaringen

The aim of the design is to give Hermaringengen a kindergarten with high interior and exterior qualities and to reorganize the existing structure of the kindergarten.

Further use of the existing buildings from the 1950s and 1970s does not make sense from an economic and energy point of view. The demolition of these parts of the building allows the kindergarten to be reconceived as a unit and the entrance situation and church forecourt to be upgraded in terms of urban development.

The existing building from 1986 will be renovated and used for all-day care. A new building aligned in a north-south direction connects the existing buildings. The existing topography is taken up. The new group wing is being developed on the level of the 1995 building. The difference in height to the lower-lying building from 1986 creates a shared foyer, which is adjoined by the canteen. This is the common meeting point for everyone. The foyer can be connected to the existing multi-purpose room for parties.

A gallery connects to the meeting room and the office as a contact point for parents and children. The gallery leads into the connecting corridor, from which the new group rooms are accessed.

The group rooms are organized like small houses. The large group room is accessed via the checkroom. It is connected to the small group room and a room for play equipment. Each group room has a play gallery. Large glass surfaces provide the children with a transparent, spacious and open environment.

The sleeping and quiet rooms are located below the group rooms. All rooms have interesting views to the outside. Atriums and small courtyards also allow groups to be formed outside. At the same time, the existing garden will be upgraded and made available to all children.

Energy concept

The design with large transparent surfaces and solid components enables the direct passive use of solar energy. In winter, the sun can heat the interior directly through the large glass surfaces. The heat is stored in solid building components. Thermal insulation in summer is ensured by external venetian blind elements.

A heat pump system is planned for heat generation. Underfloor heating is planned as the heating system. Hot water is supplied by solar collectors on the roof.

Gallery