Location | Oberstadt 14, Sempach LU |
CLIENT | PRIVAT |
Commission | Competition on invitation 2009 |
Planning | 2010–2013 |
Construction | 2013–2015 |
Architects | Graber & Steiger Architekten, Project Architect: Philipp Käslin |
Consultants | Construction Manager: Kaufmann Partner, Structural engineer: Emch+Berger WSB, Landscape architect: mayo, Building physicist: RSP AG |
Photographer | D.M. Wehrli |
In further developing the specific atmosphere of the small town of Sempach in a contemporary way, the new residential and commercial «Mühle» building reacts distinctively to the different adjoining urban spaces. Organically grown structures and pathways are traced and strengthened in subtle folds in the volume, while a respectful dialogue is engaged with the neighbouring «Hexenturm». The placement of the building formulates different exterior spaces, reflecting different levels of publicity and moods. An urban open space, narrow alleys and an introverted courtyard round off the existing spatial structure. The single-storey apartments are accommodated in the slim building wing around the courtyard, so that residents can benefit from lighting and views on more than one side. A spatial continuum that widens into a square and narrows into an alley spaciously mixes up the apartments and gives them their inner identity. The exciting effect of the interplay of light and orientation creates a playful relationship between the flowing inner spatial sequence and the medieval urban structure.
We are delighted to announce that our proposal for the new water sports base at la Jonction in Geneva has won the open competition among 73 national and international entries!
The design, in the breathtaking setting where the Arve and Rhone rivers converge in the city, is based on a concept of circular reuse. In the spirit of urban mining and to largely reduce gray energy, our project called "OBJETS TROUVÉS" proposes the conversion of an existing office building and the reuse of long-span steel trusses from a nearby dismantled hall.
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