The layout of original kindergarten building is a semi-closed C shape opened to east, two rows of classroom are connected by a corridor, thus create a public area in the middle. Before renovation, the most negative feeling is that the interior space is dark, views to outside is blocked out. The exterior playground is dull and limited, cannot provide sufficient support to kid's activities. The task of renovation design is focused on rebuilt the relation of exterior and interior space, promote its quality and the positive effect for gaming. That means from the pespective of children, the building is enjoyable, could stimulate their imagination, encouraging them to explore.

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Architects: Spacework Architects

Location: Beijing, Beijing, China

Design Team: Liu Hongwei, Zhang Hong, Fu Haoran, Ma Liangcheng, Yang Huiyong, Zhang Lifang, Yang Yixin

Client: Tales Education Group

Area: 3500.0 sqm

Project Year: 2015

Photographs: Spacework Architects

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The layout of original kindergarten building is a semi-closed C shape opened to east, two rows of classroom are connected by a corridor, thus create a public area in the middle. Before renovation, the most negative feeling is that the interior space is dark, views to outside is blocked out. The exterior pla...