Heathfield Children’s Centre

A model for providing a wide range of services within a single, flexible building, Heathfield Children’s Centre creates a welcoming environment accessible to the whole community. Along with a nursery, it provides childcare, health advice, adult education and counselling facilities.

Client: London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames
Construction Value: £1.3m
Completion: 2008
Location: Richmond

Awards:
2010 Building Magazine: Public Building of the Year (runner up)
Publications:
AJ Specification

Concept

The centre is characterised by four distinct zones. This layout enables connections between different functions while offering security. The carefully arranged series of spaces creates a friendly and cosy atmosphere and allows for both group and one-to-one sessions. Outside, the coloured façade enlivens the street scene and provides a playful backdrop to the nursery’s large playground and wildlife garden.

“A flexible and stimulating environment… a magnet for families”

Nursery World
Materiality

 

Photos by Mark Hadden