Lotte Kindergarten

Lotte Kindergarten
Photo: Kaido Haagen
Lotte Kindergarten
Photo: Kaido Haagen
Lotte Kindergarten
Concept model
Lotte Kindergarten
Concept diagram
Lotte Kindergarten
Site plan
Lotte Kindergarten
Floor plan
Lotte Kindergarten
Sections
Lotte Kindergarten
Elevations
Lotte Kindergarten
Photo: Kaido Haagen
Lotte Kindergarten
Photo: Lauri Kulpsoo
Lotte Kindergarten
Photo: Kaido Haagen
Lotte Kindergarten
Photo: Kaido Haagen
Lotte Kindergarten
Photo: Kaido Haagen
Lotte Kindergarten
Photo: Kaido Haagen
Lotte Kindergarten
Photo: Kristo Nurmis
Lotte Kindergarten
Photo: Aivo Kallas
Lotte Kindergarten
Photo: Kaido Haagen
Lotte Kindergarten
Photo: Aivo Kallas

Kindergarten’s asterisk-shaped plan composes six spatially interrelated zones attached at a central node, with small outdoor spaces between each volume. This configuration produces a central core where spaces and people meet. A skylight at this intersection ensures the interior is naturally lit.

 

Exterior walls are concrete with small, colored triangular windows. The use of glazing and bamboo partitions reveal and conceal, providing shading and security, while minimizing unattractive views outside.

 

Continuous geometry throughout all design is used. Plan is formed by lines which intersect under 60 degrees with each other. Same way is developed triangle-pattern on facades and ceiling at the core of the building.

 


 

Location: Ida 8, Tartu, EST

Client: Tartu City Goverment, Department of Education

Design: 2006

Realisation: 2008

Architects: Indrek Peil, Siiri Vallner (team Sten Mark Mändmaa)

Interior Design: Tea Tammelaan, Malle Jürgenson, Krista Lepland, Sirli Ehari/ Laika, Belka & Strelka

Engineers: RTG

General Contractor: Merko Tartu

Total Floor Area: 1885m²