Work
Arlitt Child Development Center
Client: University of Cincinnati Child and Family Research Education Center
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
  • 1,450sf studio space to support the center’s Reggio-inspired curriculum.
  • Three main areas – a teacher prep/materials storage area; a student work zone with work surfaces at a variety of heights; and a partially enclosed area to encourage exploration.
Interesting Fact: The partially enclosed area was inspired by the form of a weeping beech tree. It provides shade and shadow play and features projection/light-table/floor exploration.
Awards: Cincinnati Design Awards - Honorable Mention, Built Work

The new studio space (Atelier) for the Arlitt Center uplifts an underused corridor space and gives a permanent home to the core element of their Reggio-inspired curriculum. The child-centered space supports learning activities that come from the interest and passions of children and features artfully displayed materials at child height.

"SHP has proven to be a boundary pushing company that champions projects within the community aimed at enriching our city and strengthening connections between design and other disciplines, such as education."
– Leslie Kochanowski, Academic Researcher, Arlitt Child & Family Education and Resource Center
"The student-centered Reggio approach empowers students to constantly self-instruct and express thoughts and ideas. The facility's design alone creates a perfect environment for students and teachers alike to embrace this learning style."
– John Noble, Project Architect & Design Leader, SHP
"Working with SHP has been a pleasure. They are incredibly approachable and responsive, willing to answer any questions that may arise."
– Leslie Kochanowski, Academic Researcher, Arlitt Child & Family Education and Resource Center

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