Mirror House

MIRROR HOUSE

 MLRP

Mirror House
© Laura Stamer

ARCHITECTS
MLRP

LOCATION
Copenhagen, denmark

CATEGORY
Kindergarten

ENGINEERS
Grontmij A/S

AREA
140.0 m²

YEAR
2011

PHOTOGRAPHS
Laura Stamer

Mirror House
© Laura Stamer

Text description provided by architect.

Funhouse mirrors are mounted on the gabled ends of this playground pavilion in Copenhagen, as well as behind the doors.

This engages a play with perspective, reflection and tranformation. Instead of a typical closed gable facade, the mirrored gables creates a sympathetic transition between built and landscape and reflects the surrounding park, playground and activity.

Mirror House
© Laura Stamer
Mirror House
© Laura Stamer

Windows and doors are integrated in the wood-clad facade behind facade shutters with varied bent mirror panel effects.

At night the shutters are closed making the building anonymous. During the day the building opens up, attracting the children who enjoy seeing themselves transformed in all directions.

Mirror House
© Laura Stamer
Mirror House
© Laura Stamer
Mirror House
© Laura Stamer

With simple means it has succeeded to transform an existing, sad and anonymous building to a unique and respectful installation in the newly renovated park.

The roof and facade is clad with heat-modified wood and the gables and shutters are clad with mirror polished stainless steel. The Mirror House is a flexible space and restrooms, used by kindergarden classes.

Mirror House
© Laura Stamer
Mirror House
© Laura Stamer
Mirror House
© Laura Stamer


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site plan
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floor plan


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section detail
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door details


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elevations 01
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