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Sumit Singhal
Sumit Singhal loves modern architecture. He comes from a family of builders who have built more than 20 projects in the last ten years near Delhi in India. He has recently started writing about the architectural projects that catch his imagination. Arena Children’s Centre in Melbourne, Australia by CohenLeigh ArchitectsOctober 7th, 2018 by Sumit Singhal
Article source: CohenLeigh Architects It can be daunting for children to spend time away from home, particularly for the first time. To help children feel at ease the design focuses on the concept of ‘home’. A playful, vibrant & memorable series of ‘home’ shapes – a theme that carries right through to the interiors. Located in the growing suburb of Officer in South East Melbourne, this highly popular early learning centre successfully addresses the demand for modern early learning spaces in the growing community while being a colourful & memorable civic piece of architecture.  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects
 Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects The colourful glazed brick façade was inspired by the elementary, familiar forms of houses often drawn by children – also referencing the housing shapes of the growing suburb. The design of the internal spaces centres around a sensory & physical progression through the early learning centre’s educational progression using colour themes, and brickwork interplay as tactile elements helping to guide children. Facilities include two (2) licenced playrooms, maternal child & health facilities, a kitchen, staff areas & amenities. Orientation & layouts of the internal playrooms ensures each room has a strong connection with the outdoor areas for flexible indoor/outdoor activities, harnessing natural light, fresh air and relationship with landscape, while a large outdoor play space provides challenging play options that cater to the varying ages of children who’ll be using it.  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects  Image Courtesy © CohenLeigh Architects
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