KinderKunstLabor: A Playful Contemporary Art Lab for Children in St. Pölten
In St. Pölten, Austria, the KinderKunstLabor, created by Schenker Salvi Weber Architekten, presents an innovative concept that serves as a large laboratory for children aged up to twelve from diverse social and educational backgrounds. Finished in 2024 and spanning 2957 m², this facility encourages children to explore contemporary art through sensory workshops and exhibitions. The architectural design aimed to reflect a child's viewpoint while upholding a serious dedication to art. Curated by Hadir Al Koshta, the project featured lead architects Andres Schenker, Michael Salvi, and Thomas Weber, alongside team members Otto Bäuerle and Thomas Morgner. Structural engineering was provided by Werner Sobek, with services from BPS Engineering, lighting by Christian Ploderer, and landscape architecture by bauchplan. This building is not a museum or an indoor playground but a specialized venue for profound artistic interaction aimed at young audiences.
Key facts
- KinderKunstLabor is located in Saint Pölten, Austria.
- It is designed by Schenker Salvi Weber Architekten.
- The building has an area of 2957 m².
- It was completed in 2024.
- It serves children up to twelve years old from all social and educational backgrounds.
- The space combines workshops and exhibitions for playful engagement with contemporary art.
- The project was curated by Hadir Al Koshta.
- Structural engineering was provided by Werner Sobek.
Entities
Artists
- Hadir Al Koshta
Institutions
- Schenker Salvi Weber Architekten
- Werner Sobek
- BPS Engineering
- IMS Brandschutz
- Buchegger 7
- Christian Ploderer
- bauchplan
Locations
- Saint Pölten
- Austria