Kirke Hyllinge Activity Center

Kirke Hyllinge Activity Centre (KHA) represents strong visions in a strong community. We’ve seeked to create an innovative meeting place and sports experiment centre that will strengthen the local community in Kirke Hyllinge and Lejre Municipality.

The project is the result of a close collaboration between the town's citizens and sports associations, Kirke Hyllinge School, Kirke Hyllinge Byforum, A.P. Møller Fonden, Lokale- og Anlægsfonden and Lejre Municipality.

Program: Transformation of multi-functional sports hall
Location: Lejre, Denmark
Client: Lejre Municipality, A.P. Møller Foundation, Lokale og Anlægsfonden
Year: 2022-2025
Type: Competition, 1st place
Collaborators: Rama Studio
Role: Architecture
Status: In progress
Team JAJA: Kathrin Gimmel, Jakob Christensen, Jan Tanaka,

A new activity centre for new needs

Built in 1973, The Kirke Hyllinge Hall has long been a gathering point for the city’s active citizens and associations. However, the physical framework has gradually become outdated in relation to today’s sports forms. To meet future needs, we have expanded the hall with a new, state-of-the-art extension.

A new activity centre for new needs

Built in 1973, The Kirke Hyllinge Hall has long been a gathering point for the city’s active citizens and associations. However, the physical framework has gradually become outdated in relation to today’s sports forms. To meet future needs, we have expanded the hall with a new, state-of-the-art extension.

Inviting Building

In our design, graphics, landscape and building together gives a vibrant and playful main arrival. A supergraphic logo merges with guiding line markings, playfully drawing visitors inside.

Inviting Building

In our design, graphics, landscape and building together gives a vibrant and playful main arrival. A supergraphic logo merges with guiding line markings, playfully drawing visitors inside.

A Cohesive Identity

We have emphasised creating a unified identity, graphic profile, and wayfinding for KHA.
A bold geometric display made by graphic designer Rama Studio serves as both a decorative supergraphic for storage cupboards and an interactive element for play and learning.

A Cohesive Identity

We have emphasised creating a unified identity, graphic profile, and wayfinding for KHA.
A bold geometric display made by graphic designer Rama Studio serves as both a decorative supergraphic for storage cupboards and an interactive element for play and learning.

Flexperimentarium

The core of the activity center is the ‘flexperimentarium,’ a versatile hall designed to accommodate a wide array of activities.

From badminton, climbing and mini handball courts to flexible training areas, the design creates a dynamic arena where children, adults and associations can find new ways to practice sports and exercise.

Flexperimentarium

The core of the activity center is the ‘flexperimentarium,’ a versatile hall designed to accommodate a wide array of activities.

From badminton, climbing and mini handball courts to flexible training areas, the design creates a dynamic arena where children, adults and associations can find new ways to practice sports and exercise.

THE COURTYARDS

The different pools are organized around the courtyards. They provide abundant daylight while allowing visitors different water-based experiences in- and outside of the building. The different roof/ceiling shapes create various atmospheres that support the activity and underpins the spatial experience of the pools.

A Community Place

Promoting community and collaboration across generations, associations and local communities, the meeting place will be a social and flexible hub.

The activity center will not only be a place for sports, but also a learning center for adults and parents to gain insight and support to get involved in the local community. There will be information on activities, clubs and health initiatives, and the area will act as an alternative ’waiting room’ where parents can stay while their children participate in activities.