Conservation refurbishment and conversion of Planie children's house

PrizeHonorable Mention in Architectural Design / Educational Buildings
Firm LocationTübingen, Germany
CompanyDannien Roller Architekten + Partner
Lead ArchitectMaren Dannien, Matthias Roller
Design TeamTheresa Esser, Andi Ramici
ClientCity of Reutlingen

The house, built in 1887 in Italian Renaissance style, is a listed building now used as a daycare center. The entrance with a sandstone staircase has been covered with a new canopy. The railings are modern and echo the textured façade. The stairwell was upgraded for fire safety. Interior surfaces in the common rooms were restored, and the sanitary areas fully renewed. Material recycling was prioritized; tiles, doors, and ceiling panels were carefully removed and reused. The color scheme playfully reflects the building’s diverse character with pastel shades.