Located within a dense urban setting, Miðborg Kindergarten is carefully integrated into its surroundings with a light and friendly architectural expression. The main entrance is set back from the street, shaped by soft, curved corners that create a calm and welcoming arrival. Access from both the garden and adjacent streets strengthens the relationship between the building, its site and the neighbourhood.

The building is organized around a central axis that forms a spacious, multi-purpose area running through the kindergarten and connecting across floors. This shared space links classrooms, dining areas and upper levels, creating continuity throughout the building while extending toward the outdoor environment. Classrooms are arranged along the edges with direct access to the garden, supporting a close connection between indoor and outdoor activity.

Curved geometries reference both the site and the natural flow of movement in the city, and are echoed in the building’s visible structure. Cross laminated timber ribs form a defining architectural element, introducing warmth, rhythm and depth to the interior spaces. The structure becomes part of the learning environment, with the spaces between ribs used for books, play elements, climbing and display, encouraging exploration and creativity.

A central stair acts as both circulation and an active spatial element, supporting informal play, movement and gatherings. Large windows oriented to the north and east bring in generous natural daylight while reducing direct sun exposure, and interior glazing enhances visual connections between rooms and shared areas.

The building is arranged over three floors, with roof gardens extending the learning environment outdoors. A family centre occupies the upper level with access to a more sheltered outdoor space, offering flexibility for both shared activities and quieter use. The exterior is defined by a metal mesh façade that creates depth, transparency and a shifting play of light and shadow, contributing to a calm yet dynamic architectural presence.