Our design for the new Campus Hausfeld Nord in the Oberes Hausfeld development area puts the child at the center: the overall complex is broken down into manageable, small-scale volumes that are reminiscent of building blocks, creating a strong sense of belonging from the very first day.

The building follows the northern and eastern plot boundaries, forming a clear urban edge along the so-called Greenline that also shields the campus from the noise of the nearby metro and suburban rail lines. All main entrances – to the campus itself, the events hall, the music school and the sports facilities – are located along this lively side. To the south, facing the quieter edge of the site, are the nursery and the access points to the outdoor areas.

Inside, everything is organised around a shared central spine, from which the individual educational clusters branch off. Short routes, good legibility and generous communal spaces shape everyday life in the building. Outwards, the campus opens up into three distinct zones: publicly accessible areas along the Greenline with bicycle parking and seating, a central schoolyard with naturalistic planting, raised beds and open-air classrooms, and a multi-use zone to the west for sports and group activities. The large play area also serves as a rainwater infiltration basin during heavy rainfall. A roof garden and climbing plants on the facade improve the microclimate and support biodiversity.

Structurally, the design relies on a timber and reinforced concrete hybrid construction with flexible floor plans that allow for future adaptation. A heat pump and rooftop photovoltaics provide a climate-efficient energy supply.