This project involves the design of an indoor activity room for the KSA Alerteqa Private Nursery in Saudi Arabia. The interior space spans approximately 60 square meters and features a fan-shaped layout with a high ceiling and a full-height curved window that offers excellent views, natural lighting, and ventilation. The activity room is designed to provide a creative, interactive, and safe environment for children aged 3 to 6, fostering their physical, cognitive, and social development.
The design concept for the nursery's activity room revolves around the theme of "Natural Fantasy," aiming to create a dreamlike space that blends the wonders of nature with a whimsical, imaginative world. The design incorporates natural elements and fantastical motifs, using imaginative shapes and soft color palettes to stimulate children's curiosity, exploration, and creativity. The flexible and multifunctional interior space is tailored to meet the sensory and psychological needs of children, ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and nurturing environment. Key functional zones include a play area, an educational zone, and a reading corner.
The color scheme draws inspiration from the beauty of nature and the enchanting hues of a dreamlike world. Soft shades of blue, pink, and lavender, combined with vibrant yellows, greens, and blues, create a light, serene, and energetic atmosphere. Cloud and star patterns on the ceiling and walls evoke a magical environment, immersing children in a fairy-tale setting as they explore. The use of color not only captures children's attention but also helps regulate emotions, providing a sense of security and joy.
The play area is designed as the primary space for children to expend energy and engage in physical activities. By integrating natural elements with the fantasy theme, the play area features bright orange and blue tones that exude vitality and encourage exploration. Equipped with a wooden playhouse, crawl nets, slides, climbing structures, ball pits, and soft sensory play equipment, this zone allows children to develop their physical coordination and social skills through play. The spacious layout offers ample room for various activities and interactions.
The educational wall play zone is a highlight of the design, featuring a variety of interactive toys and learning tools on the walls. It includes nature-themed wall activities for younger children and STEM-based educational games for older ones. The zone employs calming shades of blue and purple, creating a visually soothing environment that stimulates creativity and hands-on learning. Through interaction with the wall installations, children can enhance their logical thinking, patience, and problem-solving skills, making exploration the central theme of this area.
Nestled beneath the staircase, the reading corner is a tranquil space designed to provide a peaceful environment for children to focus on reading and self-discovery. The soft pink and white color palette, complemented by natural wooden bookshelves, child-friendly sofas, and potted plants, creates a cozy reading nook. Cloud and star decorations on the walls add a dreamy touch, making children feel as though they are immersed in a fantasy world. This area not only offers a wide selection of books but also features a flexible layout, allowing children to freely choose their reading materials and cultivate their imagination and concentration.
This design aims to create a harmonious and inspiring space where children can thrive, explore, and grow in a safe and nurturing environment.
