Article source: Paul Le Quernec & Michel Grasso Architect

The project is designed as a body cell, placing the nursery at the center of the layout as the nucleus, surrounding gardens as the cytoplasm, and a circumscribing enclosing wall as the membrane.
A large outdoor playground is generated through a continuous curvilinear wall that shapes out the boundaries of the facility. The “vaginal” entrance is characterized by a concrete vault which is a continuation of the peripheral wall. Floating within its membrane, the nursery welcomes visitors into a round space at the center of the building, enlightened by a covered patio.

Facade View

• Architects: Paul Le Quernec & Michel Grasso Architect
• Project: Sarreguemines Nursery
• Location: Sarreguemines, France

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