Children’s Educational Center in the Seliger City Residential Complex

The educational center in the Seliger City residential complex serves all generations — from mother-and-baby classes to supplementary education programs for teenagers.
It is designed as the heart of the complex, fostering a sense of community and good neighborliness.

Our task was to create an economically efficient project while using durable finish materials that do not require restoration.

Near the main entrance, we designed a shared space that combines a waiting area for parents with a playroom.
To protect the walls in common areas, we used corrugated metal sheets which also serve as a striking interior accent.

At the heart of the center is a play structure in the shape of a house, designed to support imaginative and role-playing games.

The technology and layout of the multifunctional hall were developed to accommodate a wide range of uses — from baby classes to teenage activities, adult programs, concerts, theatrical performances, and residents' meetings.
Thanks to movable partitions, the hall can be divided into two fully separate rooms.

Supplementary education centers located within residential complexes become not only places of learning but also important hubs for building community and neighborly relations — helping to foster a friendly atmosphere and mutual support among residents.

Natalia Kaurova, Partner and Lead Architect at the architectural studio NF

In the recreation area, we provided a zone for older children, where they can socialize before class, do homework, or simply relax. The layout also allows this area to be used for full lessons if needed. All corridors include display zones for showcasing children’s work.

A key challenge in designing the interiors and class technologies was to ensure the spaces could be used equally well for both young children and adults.
Maximum adaptability was achieved through furniture: some tables are foldable, the main desks and chairs are stackable, rugs are available for floor-based activities, and additional soft poufs can be easily stored in a dedicated niche.
In the classrooms, we used facade plaster on the lower part of the walls to avoid the need for frequent renovations.

In 2023, we were commissioned to redesign the space for a different operator. The core ideas and principles of the original concept remained unchanged.