MLRP
The monolithic black timber and mirrored headboards create angles that seemingly distort the surrounding
vegetation - from certain points the building seems to morph into the adjoining parkland.
COPENHAGEN’S INTERACTIVE PLAYGROUND PROJECT: The Mirror House CLIENT: The City of Copenhagen LOCATION: Copenhagen, Denmark PROJECT ARCHITECTS: MLRP COMPLETION DATE: November 2011 GROSS AREA: 4.500sqm
As part of Copenhagen’s Interactive Playground Project scheme Danish-American architects, MLRP, have reclaimed an existing graffiti-plagued playground structure in the capital’s Central Park and transformed it into an inviting and reflective pavilion. The Mirror House features convex and concave funhouse mirrors
mounted onto the gabled ends of the structure. This eye-catching and original looking element creates a fascinating dialogue between the built structure and the landscape by reflecting the surrounding park and playground. At night the building is returned to its former anonymity, but come
daytime the shutters are opened and the structure is transformed into an engaging play feature that compliments the recently renovated play area, and promotes the spirit of fun. Windows and doors are integrated in the wood-clad facade behind shutters with varied bent mirror panel effects. The roof and facade is clad with heat-modified wood and the gables and shutters are clad with mirror-polished stainless steel. The pavilion features multipurpose spaces and restrooms that are
used by local kindergarten classes. Children are captivated by their magically morphed reflections.
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