AKM Kindergarten and Nursery
●Kumamoto
2023 KIDS DESIGN AWARD
2023 GOOD DESIGN AWARD
A kindergarten surrounded by hills that harness the harshness of nature to develop children’s physical strength
This kindergarten is located in Ashikita Town, Kumamoto Prefecture. After the former school building was flooded during the Kumamoto heavy rains in 2020, a new plan was proposed on a 2m-high hill. This large hill not only protects the children from disasters but also serves as a playful playground. The playground, with captivating contours, continually draws out various physical movements and creativity from the children, thereby shaping an environment that nurtures both children’s bodies and minds.
A playground with rich elevations that develops children’s physical strength
A bright picture-book corner space surrounded by picture books
An open dining room connected to the outside
