Italian firm C+S Architects has just completed the Noah's Ark nursery close to Bergamo and it is detailed with a red concrete wall engraved with animal representations from Enzo Mari's famous puzzle from the 50s. The wall welcomes children with a playful energy and it was also designed with the help of local firm Capitanio Architetti to nod to its setting and the history of the Italian aesthetic.
The co-founder of Segantini, Carlo Cappai explained the design concept to Dezeen, noting "We have designed a 'space of potential', where every space can be transformed by the creativity of the teachers or the community that revolves around it. All distribution spaces are generous and can be transformed into spaces for special activities, even during after-school hours," he added. "In this way, the school becomes an epicentre for the community and strengthens its identity."
Image Credit: Alessandra Bello and Maria Alessandra Segantini
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Interactive Design Spaces
- The Noah's Ark nursery illustrates a trend towards interactive design spaces where architecture evolves with user creativity and multipurpose use.
- Cultural Aesthetic Integration
- The blending of Enzo Mari's artistic legacy into modern nursery design highlights a growing interest in integrating cultural aesthetics into contemporary architecture.
- Community-centric Architecture
- Nurseries like Noah's Ark epitomize the trend of community-centric architecture that transforms educational facilities into neighborhood hubs.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Educational Architecture
- The evolution of spaces like Noah's Ark nursery indicates significant innovation opportunities within the educational architecture industry aimed at flexible and engaging environments.
- Cultural Preservation
- The incorporation of iconic Italian art into nursery design presents disruptive opportunities for industries focused on cultural preservation through modern applications.
- Community Development
- The nursery's role as a community center showcases potential innovation within the community development industry by elevating local engagement through shared spaces.
