Krušnohorská Kindergarten in Karlovy Vary

The garden of Krušnohorská Kindergarten in Karlovy Vary is preparing for a transformation co‑funded by the Karel Komárek Family Foundation and the City of Karlovy Vary; the kindergarten's founding body. The project will offer children new opportunities for play, discovery and outdoor learning. The design combines a natural environment with original play elements; creating a space that will naturally encourage children to move, create, and explore the world around them.

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In line with the mission of the Foundation's Transformations of Gardens programme, the garden is being designed to serve as a natural environment for children's everyday learning as well as free play.

The architectural concept was developed by S K U L L Studio Prague in collaboration with landscape architect Alice Boušková. The design connects individual play areas and natural zones to create a harmonious and functionally interconnected whole. Rather than offering isolated play structures, the garden will provide children with an environment that encourages physical activity, creative play, the observation of nature, collaborative learning, relaxation, and social interaction.

The design includes wooden play platforms, a maze, an amphitheatre, an outdoor classroom, and a mud kitchen. The space will also feature naturalistic planting, wildflower meadows, perennial flower beds, and newly planted trees and shrubs. Children will be able to explore nature through all their senses, observe seasonal changes throughout the year and naturally develop their curiosity and creativity.

The aim of the project is to create a stimulating and diverse garden that brings together physical activity, free play, and outdoor learning. It will become a place where children can explore independently, experiment with natural materials, and gain experiences that conventional indoor classroom learning cannot offer.