New kindergarten building at TPV on schedule

The new three-storey building provides for a modern, sustainable kindergarten in timber construction. In addition to a three-group kindergarten and a one-group day-care centre, the building will house a commercial kitchen and a research facility for three- to six-year-olds. The “MEL” will create an additional learning space for all Carinthian kindergarten children, where technology, computer science and mathematics can be explored through research and discovery. The focus is on playful engagement with nature and the environment. Heating will be provided via geothermal probes; in addition to mechanical ventilation, a large-scale PV system is also planned. The investment totals more than EUR 6.5 million and is funded by the City of Villach, the Carinthian Economic Promotion Fund, the Federal Government and the Province of Carinthia. The BIM pilot project was planned and functionally tendered by Thomas Lorenz as general planner using the BIM method; detailed design and construction are being carried out by WRS Energie- und Baumanagement GmbH. The architectural design was produced by Bramberger Architects. Completion and commissioning are planned for autumn 2024.