A double kindergarten that sets standards
A double kindergarten is being built in Neuhausen am Rheinfall that offers future-orientated solutions not only architecturally but also functionally.
The concept of the new kindergarten is impressive. In addition to a kitchen and a therapy room, the basement houses all the necessary areas for building services, storage, cleaning and outdoor equipment. Thanks to the recessed design, the plinth level is discreet and creates outdoor areas that can be used in a variety of ways and are protected from the weather. Barrier-free access is ensured by a new route from the main entrance on Charlottenweg.
The kindergarten floor rises from this solid base and is divided into three “houses” with tent roofs. Each of these “houses” serves specific purposes and offers the children individual main and group rooms. The architectural design with the tent roofs, which are also visible in the interior, creates a special atmosphere that allows for a multi-layered spatial experience thanks to the combination of floor and “ceiling sky” as an additional room boundary. A gallery in the main rooms complements the space and offers the children places to retreat and observe.
The new building will cost almost CHF 3 million, with the building itself costing around CHF 2.2 million. Additional costs will be incurred for furniture, landscaping, the connection to district heating and unforeseen expenses.
A project with vision
The architectural firms Berger Hammann Architekten AG and BRH-Architekten AG impressed the jury with their design. The timber construction and well thought-out room layout were decisive factors in the decision. The project, which is reminiscent of a “forest hut ensemble”, blends in perfectly with the natural surroundings of Charlottenfels.
Completion of the new double kindergarten is planned for late summer 2025.
Neuhausen invests in the future
The population of Neuhausen is constantly growing due to the construction of new residential complexes. In addition to the Charlottenfels double kindergarten, which will open in autumn 2025, further school space expansions are planned.
These investments in education and infrastructure are clear signals for the future of Neuhausen. The municipality is focussing on qualitative growth and sustainability in order to meet the requirements of dynamic population development.