Designed by ZAmpone Architectuur, the Pluchke (or "fluffy" in English) Daycare Centre is thoughtfully designed in considering the views of the building's young users.
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Situated in Belgium's Brussels, the now 75 child-capacity centre was to replace an older and tired centre catering to 35 children.
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The small site situated in front of a primary school was fully utilised by placing the daycare on the level above ground. Thus maintaining the street level for the public and the centres' administration spaces.
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Six "living rooms" (group rooms or classrooms) each with their own outdoor terrace surround a central sunlit atrium and circulation space.
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Thus connecting all of the spaces visually and physically.
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The stairs also exhibiting a slide and playground - making the journey from up to down fun!
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The architects cleverly considered the scale of the child in all instances. Offering a multitude of spatial experiences as well as furniture and hooks that can easily be used by the child.
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Furniture and cabinetry is all custom designed - maximising the available space.
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A minimal yet considered material and colour palette is chosen to convey a sense of calm and warmth...
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Light timber, concrete, steel and muted paint colours are combined to create coherency and visual interest.
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Nooks are provided for children to hide away in for rest or play.
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While hanging light fittings give a homely feel.
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Above, a view to one of the outdoor terraces is provided with a window nook.
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A longitudinal section through the building shows the use of light wells offering an abundance of natural sunlight into the internal spaces.
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Ground floor plan (above) - 1. Entrance, 2. Coaches, 3. Reception, 4. Director, 5. Staff Room, 6. Dressing Area, 7. Storage, 8. Kitchen, 9. Ironing Area, 10. Toilets, 14. Elevator,
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Level 1 (above - 11. Living Area, 12. Washing Area, 13. Sleeping Area, 15. Terrace
Via Dezeen.
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Ground floor plan (above) - 1. Entrance, 2. Coaches, 3. Reception, 4. Director, 5. Staff Room, 6. Dressing Area, 7. Storage, 8. Kitchen, 9. Ironing Area, 10. Toilets, 14. Elevator,
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Level 1 (above - 11. Living Area, 12. Washing Area, 13. Sleeping Area, 15. Terrace
Via Dezeen.
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