Kendall International
Kendall International is a preschool interior located in the podium of a tower building in Hong Kong. Box-like classrooms are replaced by half-height village houses arranged around a central plaza. The plaza makes use of the high headroom of the podium and includes a climbing wall, a birdhouse set on a column, a raised walkway and a slide. Openings connect the quiet classrooms with the active plaza. Simple natural materials in white and wood tones form a calm backdrop. The layout supports learning through exploration and a sense of community.
Kendall International Preschool by cocoon architecture ltd. was identified as a creative illustration of architectural design by the A' Design Award & Competition. Kendall International Preschool earned the Iron A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design in 2020. The A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award is an international, jury-voted, fair and ethical design award which honors exceptional design of residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries, retail stores, showrooms, exhibition spaces and more.
