The Integral Child Centre (IKC) in Ter Aar houses a primary school, a childcare centre, a youth and family centre, a library and a shared sports hall. The challenge of the design was to bring the multitude of users together under one roof, within a limited area and in line with the small scale of the village.

The 6,700 m² L-shaped building is divided into various small volumes, with recognisable saddleback roofs as a reflection of the surroundings. The sports complex is sunk three metres into the ground. The façade is divided horizontally in two, with a brick plinth and a wood-clad section above, optically further reducing the volume of the building. This gives the building a friendly appearance and allows it to blend in with its green environment.

At the intersection of the two wings is the two-storey-high hall: the central meeting place which everyone passes by and where all the functions converge. The library is also located here. Ample daylight enters here and the warm wood finish creates a feeling of welcome.

The outdoor spaces and masterplan of the area were designed by Felixx Landscape Architects and Planners.