KINDERGARTEN PRESCHOOL

Chicago, IL, USA
Cathedral of Tinkertoy Trees
Photo © © Doug Snower
Modern Clean Millwork with Swap Out of Doors
Photo © © Doug Snower
LED Reading Niche
Photo © © Doug Snower
Interactive Wall Paneled Play Loft
Photo © © Doug Snower
Loft Seating & Proscenium for Performance
Photo © © Doug Snower
Pretend Play Loft
Photo © © Doug Snower
Niche for Reflection & Reading
Photo © © Doug Snower
Architects
Architecture Is Fun
Location
Chicago, IL, USA
Year
2012
Client
St. Chrysostom's Day School
Team
Sharon Exley, Peter Exley, Fun Finders, Architecture Is Fun
Lighting Designer
Gwen Grossman GGLD
Custom Laminate - Wilsonart X You
Wilsonart International, Inc.
Flooring
Interface
Custom Wallcovering - Architecture Is Fun Design: Peters Pavers
Studio Printworks

A TREEHOUSE CHAPEL FOR EARLY LEARNING
A glorious gateway to St. Chrysostom Day School, this small project demonstrates how dreary ubiquitous space requiring accessibility, egress and system upgrades was transformed into a relevant, inspiring
685 SF place for learning and play.

Tracery, arches, and peek-a-boo quatrefoils build upon the historic church’s gothic sensibilities. The loft playspace and verticality of a cathedral of tinkertoy-like trees reinforce spatial and spiritual awareness, while creating canopied niches of exploration. The Treehouse Chapel is an appropriate, friendly, and soaring reuse of architecture.

AIA Honor Award – Small Projects, American Institute of Architects, Chicago Chapter, 2013. Acknowledgement of a sophisticated approach in creating a spiritual and beautiful environment for children.

Contract Interiors Small Project Award, American Society of Interior Designers Illinois, 2012. Recognition of significant achievement in designing small projects: award given for bringing beauty and form to a small space for children and adults.

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