Gelsenkirchen-Schalke, child day-care centre

A child day-care centre covering an area of approx. 770 m² is being constructed in central Gelsenkirchen-Schalke. The day-care centre has space for 4 groups and a large outdoor play area. It also has 4 car parking spaces, of which one will be equipped with an electromobility charging station. Inside, the centre will have a play/gymnastics room with corresponding equipment. Large floor-to-ceiling windows are designed to create a light and welcoming atmosphere. The building will be equipped with a lift to ensure that it is fully accessible.

IPM Bottmer is the principal, main contractor and architect for this project.

Gelsenkirchen-Schalke, child day-care centre

A child day-care centre covering an area of approx. 770 m² is being constructed in central Gelsenkirchen-Schalke. The day-care centre has space for 4 groups and a large outdoor play area. It also has 4 car parking spaces, of which one will be equipped with an electromobility charging station. Inside, the centre will have a play/gymnastics room with corresponding equipment. Large floor-to-ceiling windows are designed to create a light and welcoming atmosphere. The building will be equipped with a lift to ensure that it is fully accessible.

IPM Bottmer is the principal, main contractor and architect for this project.

Demolition work

The original building was used as a church hall. The local demolition company carried out the corresponding work. Separating the existing building from neighbouring buildings was a challenging task that the company completed with flying colours.

Civil engineering

Once the old building had been demolished the civil engineers had to install the buried supply lines and dig the foundations.

Shell

The building is taking shape. The shell was constructed using sand-lime bricks. The ceilings are manufactured from 25 cm thick reinforced concrete. The upper storey is partially supported by pillars; the space underneath will be used for parking.

Carpenter and roofer

The carpenter and roofer constructed several gabled roofs.

Windows

The windows were installed quickly and professionally; the laminated safety glass ensures that children are protected if they have an accident. In addition to this the windows will have tilt-before-turn fittings. Balustrade railings provide even more protection for the children.

Dry walls

Dry wall construction supplements the layout, thus completing the floor plan. The double skin method will be used for the walls, with the butt joints and taping finished to Q3 quality.