Michael’s Playhouse
Location: Winnipeg, MB, Treaty #10 Territory
Type: Design+Build Project
The site of Playhouse 3 is a walkable suburb populated by small businesses with a sense of community. The Playhouse sits on an empty lot along one of the principal streets of the neighborhood, between one-story commercial buildings. The structure is designed with the four pillars of sustainability in mind, following the process outlined by the Grey & Ivy curriculum. It is a place for children to gather, meet new friends and play outside. The tall, slender form takes advantage of the sun and wind of the site, encouraging kids to climb higher and higher, eventually feeling the breeze and sunlight at the top. The immediate surrounding also becomes a place of social interactions, to see people, say “hi” to friends and neighbours, listen to the sounds and enjoy the weather. The pedestrian traffic can then dissipate and spread into various businesses, contributing to the local economy.
“A place for children in the community to gather, meet new friends, and play outside!”
