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Warm Wooden Schools

The Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA is Outfitted in a Timber Embrace

— March 11, 2011 — Art & Design
The gorgeous Norwegian landscape and the pure minds of impressionable children are catered to in the Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA. The elementary school is situated within a park in the city of Oslo and takes on a truly organic aesthetic thanks to the natural wood employed in its construction.

Rich timber beams clad the exterior with a vertical grain and knot pattern speckled with square windows. The underside of one facade tapers in, pulling the massive structure to a narrow base from which opens an entrance.

The educational institution for youngsters is composed of four classroom areas that exist as impressive solid structures. Meeting the heritage guidelines in a neighborhood full of early 20th-century homes, the Fagerborg Kindergarten by RRA (Reiulf Ramstad Arkitekter) embodies a distinctively different contemporary form, further explored in the bright and colorful spaces within.
Trend Themes
1. Organic Aesthetics in Architecture - There is an opportunity for architects and designers to incorporate natural materials, such as wood, to create organic and visually appealing structures.
2. Heritage-inspired Contemporary Design - Blending contemporary forms with heritage guidelines opens up possibilities for creating unique and visually striking buildings.
3. Bright and Colorful Learning Spaces - Designing educational institutions with vibrant and stimulating environments can enhance the learning experience for children.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architects can explore using natural materials and heritage-inspired designs to create visually stunning and sustainable structures.
2. Education - Educational institutions can focus on creating bright and colorful learning spaces that promote creativity and engagement among students.
3. Construction - The use of natural materials, such as timber, in construction projects can offer sustainable and aesthetically pleasing alternatives to traditional building materials.
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