Children’s creativity embedded into the school

During the construction of the “Um Bock School” in Oberkorn, Differdange, an uncommon method was used to replace broken or missing bricks, and a participatory artistic process was initiated. In collaboration with local artists, children, the future users of the school, were invited to design their own bricks during workshops held on site. These colourful, imaginative pieces were then integrated directly into the interior walls, becoming an integral part of the architecture.

The collaborative artwork “Zillen” was led by Alice and David Bertizzolo, who managed the design, conception, and technical supervision of the production of the atypical brick elements. They also oversaw the aesthetic composition of the walls and coordinated the project through to completion.

This approach gave each child a sense of pride, authorship, and legacy, with their creativity now literally embedded in the school they will inhabit.

Watch the video to discover more about this initiative on the construction site of the “Um Bock School.” (Video only available in french)

Photography © Steve Troes