有趣的法伊娜幼儿园设计丨UkraineKyiv丨YORK architects

Funny Fayna

Kindergarten Full of Light and Imagination

Architects: YORK architects

Project Year: 2024

Location: 14 Mrii Street, Kyiv, Ukraine

Photo credits:  Andrey Avdeenko

A joyful and conscious space for the youngest explorers.

"Funny Fayna" is a contemporary kindergarten designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and a sense of safety in every corner.Located in Ukraine, this A+ school space reimagines early childhood education environments — combining natural materials, tactile surfaces, and a playful color palette.

The project focuses on:– Zoning for independence: Clearly defined yet flexible learning areas– Biophilic design: Light, greenery, and natural textures to support well-being– Inclusive scale: Furniture, doorways, and transitions designed for children’s height and logic– Sensory diversity: Color, sound, and light carefully curated to avoid overstimulation

Each element — from reading nooks to climbing corners — is designed to engage both body and mind."Funny Fayna" is more than a school. It’s a miniature city, scaled and imagined for young citizens.

The walls feature graphic window-like illustrations that create the feeling of a “storybook house,” while natural wood furniture is complemented by vibrant accents like lime-green tables and pink storage bins.The space is subtly divided into a soft play zone with carpet and a learning area equipped with an interactive board, ample storage, and a teacher’s desk.A well-balanced environment — engaging, functional, and visually structured for young learners.