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$project_slug = 'Batumi%20Slope' $projectCategorySlug = 'public' $project = array() $status = array() $conditions = array( 'Project.id !=' => null, 'Category.category_id' => '3' ) $categoryIds = '3' $isSelected = false $category = array( 'Category' => array( 'id' => '3', 'name' => 'Public ', 'slug' => 'public', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:01:26', 'modified' => '2017-02-13 14:08:51', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'nameTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'id' => '101', 'locale' => 'eng', 'model' => 'Category', 'foreign_key' => '3', 'field' => 'name', 'content' => 'Public ' ) ), 'Project' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'id' => '24', 'order' => '65', 'slug' => 'gelenjik', 'name' => 'Gelendjik', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Our client requested that we generate four different residential areas: standard acommodations; an apart-hotel; villas with private beaches;<br /> villas with bigger plots facing the tree park. This conglomeration is situated on a plot of 20,000 m2 in the middle ofGelenjik bay. We divided the site with an entertainmnet centre contqining a football pitch, tennis courts, an archery club, an aquapark,a yachting club and a floating restaurant.</p> <p>---</p> <p>This allowed the possibility of public use by guests and also a degree of privacyfor privileged residents by securing zones in private condominiums. We introduced a "french" grid (30x30m) which allowed us to create residential 15m-wide blocks with 1 to 5 apartments per floor.The round shaped residential blocks allowed the owner to divide sell or rent out any part of the floor plan from 10m wide up to the whole floor. Using internal circulation and service, the views can be maintained all around the block perimeter from seaviews to the mountain views.For security reasons the buildings are raised on columns of 6m from the ground to provide permeability and a direct view of the entrance doors.</p> ', 'program' => 'Residential complex,Private Villas,Library,Sport Centre,Aquapark,Dendropark', 'location' => 'Gelenjik', 'area' => '50000', 'budget' => '$45 mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2005', 'image' => '51f879b59ab12d04b50f43091c2aa8c8.jpg', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Gelenjik.pdf', 'team' => 'Nikoloz Japaridze,Olga Kolesnik', 'created' => '2013-12-10 11:01:01', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '' ), (int) 1 => array( 'id' => '38', 'order' => '62', 'slug' => 'mushtaidi-development', 'name' => 'Mushtaidi Development', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Tbilisi is he largest city and the capital of Georgia, lying on the banks of Mtkvari River. Located in the South Caucasus at 41° 43' North Lat. and 44° 47' East Long. The city was founded in the 5th century by Vakhtang Gorgasali, the Georgian King of Iberia. The city has more than 100 different ethnic groups. Tbilisi has been historically known for religious tolerance. This is especially evident in the city's Old Town, where a mosque, synagogue, and Eastern and Oriental Orthodox churches can all be found within less than 500 metres (1,600 ft) from each other. The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-770 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The Site The site is located in the centre of Tbilisi (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site is an abandoned open air (non-standard) football pitch and wild greenery not being used for more than 15 years. The size of the plot is 23.600m2. The surrounding area morphology varies there is Mushtaidi Gardens from one side and the bier brewery from the other adjacent to the site. There is a residential area with the library and some sport facilities nearby. B. Paitchadze UEFA standard stadium with maximum capacity 80.000 people is located in about 200m from the site. This stadium is main counterpoint to the development with its size and height. Eight lane embankment is about 6m below the Mushtaidi gerdens supported by the concrete wall. This level difference gives good conditions for phasing of development of the plot. The site is encircled by the First Children's railway constructed 1935 (see below). This project conciders renovation of the railway with new mini stations integrated into the development. Programme The building has complex programme distribution on different levels starting from the below: Office Lobby, Supermarket, Storages, Technical, Swimming Pool, Cafes & Restaurants, Retail Offices (upper deck) The Deck IMAX 3d Cinema Ellipse Residential Towers The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can use the site as a continuation of Mushtaidi park. Underneath the deck-platform would be used for hanging cafes & restaurants. There is the direct access to the IMAX 3D cinema ellipse from the park. A focus has been given to introducing a raised deck-platform, to liberate the land and connect directly to the garden. The deck platform has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a ice skating in winter. The deck platform will be divided into residential and public areas. IMAX cinema is positioned in the middle of the development thus connecting all functions of the building becoming a centre of composition and the programme. The twin towers 160m tall represent dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building. These towers will be the tallest towers in the city. Introducing the deck-platform as the main interactionpoint of the programme was derived from an analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the deck platform making the deck-platform an open connection zone through the retail. The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a two underground levels of storages and parking which connects Kipiani str. and the embankmentre covered in ETFE. </p> ', 'program' => 'Office,Supermarket,Retail,Car Park Pool,IMAX 3D,Residential,Park', 'location' => 'Left Embankment, Tbilisi,Georgia', 'area' => '83504', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '758e48dc275b24c204e3b1e99dd4046a.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_MGD.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Rusudan Margishvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:15:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '' ), (int) 2 => array( 'id' => '41', 'order' => '2', 'slug' => 'national-olympic-committee-house', 'name' => 'National Olympic Committee House', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'National Olympic Committee GEONOC', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>The practice was appointed by GEONOC to complete the restoration of the exterior, landscape design of surrounding gardens, museum design and office spaces for over 100 members of staff. The building is situated in the southern part of the city in the historical quarter rich in 18th century German, French and Italian architecture. The construction was completed at the end of 2011. The building was originally built in the 19th century as a private residence and has been used for government purposes since the 1960s. While the exterior maintains its classical attributes, the interior is strongly contemporary and demonstrates a definitive move away from the Soviet architecture of the past. </p> <p>---</p> <p>Architects of Invention worked on all elements of the interior, from the intriguing reception desk a standard rectangular table that is fissured with an arresting crevice that cuts deeply through the centre to the athletic track markings on the floor that guide visitors around the interactive displays for young visitors to the museum. Perhaps the most striking element of the scheme is the staircase that winds through the building’s four storeys, linking exhibitions spaces and offices. The architects had to reinforce the basement level to allow large openings in the walls of the upper storeys so that the staircase could penetrate the structure. The staircase is a steel frame with MDF panels and the frame, steps and handrails are finished with maple veneer. The seemingly endless twists and turns of the staircase refer to the limitless possibilities of human achievement.</p> <p>Architect Nikoloz Japaridze explains “This work represents the idea of dynamics in sport with the abstract compositions of the staircase and the reception table. The first object you encounter is the introverted desk with its never-ending fissure, and then you meet the extroverted staircase like the open path to Olympus, where the summit meets its own reflection, inferring that striving never ends, that there is no limit to human achievement”.<cut><cut><cut></cut></cut></cut></p> <cut></cut>', 'program' => 'Office', 'location' => '11 Machabeli street, Tbilisi, Georgia ', 'area' => '2300', 'budget' => '$1 mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => 'Best Office Award OfficeNext2012 Moscow', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '5d2b902537e6842161e07c59e2a1525c.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_NOCH.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:29:47', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi' ), (int) 3 => array( 'id' => '42', 'order' => '3', 'slug' => 'house-of-justice', 'name' => 'House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to submit a proposal by Georgia’s House of Justice. The brief included a design for a 1500m2 building to house 95 members of staff and a flow of 400 users a day, to serve Ozurgeti’s population of 15,000. Construction began in September 2011.<cut></cut><br /> </p> <p><cut>The Ministry building brings together a number of services - the Civil Registry Agency, National Agency of Public Registry, National Archives of Georgia, National Bureau of Enforcement and Notary Chamber - under one roof, creating a new blueprint for a government building. Inspired by a classical Greek form, the Ministry is fronted with regular columns, but, rather than a rendered façade, the columns support a canopy beneath which are two independent and contrasting glass volumes. The size of the Public Hall defines the first volume, which is rectangular and also contains office space.--- The second volume is oval and set apart from the rectangular block to accommodate a covered entrance and public walkway between the buildings, connecting the square to one of Ozurgeti’s major boulevards. Each form is double-storied and linked by an underground corridor. The exteriors and interiors are uniform white, adding to a sense of luminosity. The choice of 100% transparent low emission glass creates brightness inside the building. This building is contextual, with a clear relationship to the city and its surroundings. It invites public interaction and its presence modernises the square with its existing residential buildings, a former local art museum and a 400-seat theatre.</cut></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall,Offices,Wedding Hall', 'location' => 'Ioane Petritsi street, Ozurgeti, Georgia', 'area' => '1560', 'budget' => '$2.5 Mil', 'consultants' => 'Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi,', 'awards' => 'Best Project Award at Moscow Architecture Biennale 2012', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => 'a205a9d9d80daef54fc2e169f6d6c48e.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_OZ.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:41:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi' ), (int) 4 => array( 'id' => '44', 'order' => '0', 'slug' => 'prosecutors-office', 'name' => 'Prosecutor’s Office', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention submitted a proposal as part of an invited competition for a new build to the north west of the city, just on the outskirts of the city centre and close to the Tbilisi Court building. The building was completed in February 2012. The brief was to create workspace for 60 members of staff, a substantial lobby and car parking. Work began in May 2011 and the building was completed in early 2012. The building consists of a stalwart, stark black frame that has luminous, delicate volumes suspended within it. 70% of the building is freestanding away from the sides and the ground creating an impression of ‘floating’ forms. The volumes make way for a passageway to one side of the building, creating a physical transparency of the building that is alluded to throughout the design.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The suspended volumes are staggered so that they create terraces and balconies. The interior intelligently uses glass to create a feeling of transparency and light, in contrast to the dark impenetrable framework. The ground floor serves as the main access area with security check in and lobby. </p> <p>The top floor is dedicated to the Prosecutor's office, a meeting room, canteen and veranda for use by staff. A sky park, or roof garden, is used for conferences and celebrations. In contrast to the openness of the front facing facade, the back of the building is smooth and functional with few windows. The choice of materials and the form have been chosen to reflect the function of the building.<br /> The stark geometry of the black frame represents the uncompromising nature of the legal system. Inside the building, a clustered, mirrored volume endlessly throws reflections: “The semantic message here is that the centre is unknowable purely because it is an endless reflection and ordering of the world around it”, says Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze. “The structure mirrors the brain; the glass exterior mimics the lobar matter which processes exterior realities, while the hypothalamus is the centre of the nervous system controlling temperature, hunger, thirst and fatigue”.</p> ', 'program' => 'Offices', 'location' => '8 Aghmashenebeli av. Tbilisi,Georgia ', 'area' => '1500', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Elita Burdji, Arctrade, Reynaers,', 'awards' => 'Commendation at Structural Awards 2012 in the UK; Chicago Athenaeum 2014; EUMiesAward 2017 Nominee;', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '60c89dcc33c6f663edd7f945331efe03.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_TPO.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:56:00', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi' ), (int) 5 => array( 'id' => '45', 'order' => '1', 'slug' => 'lazika-municipality', 'name' => 'Lazika Town Hall', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention, alongside engineers Engenuiti, designed a steel structured building as a part of the development of a new city on the Black Sea coast. The brief was to create a Public Service Hall, a Wedding Hall and Municipal Offices. Work on the project began at the end of January, 2012, and the building was completed in mid-September, 2012. The building was constructed in 168 days with a progressive drafting schedule.</p> <p>The architects explain that the building is a juxtaposition between a building and a sculpture. It is not divided into floors but is comprised of volumes each volume of the building can function separately from the other. Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze explains: ‘Lazika Town Hall is a rectilinear experiment in the vertical displacement of solid mass'. ‘This is a series of floating objects which should set the stage for this new city on the marshlands.</p> <p>---</p> <p><br /> The local architecture was historically stilt-supported so there is natural precedent here,’ says Japaridze. He cites Yona Friedman’s ‘floating city’ as the main correlation point for this project. The ambition of this project was to make a building as a sculpture made out of one material. The suspended volumes create public spaces, separated from each other, forming a monument, and saliently, a benchmark for the new architecture of new futuristic city. Our priority here was the void, not the mass we began with the empty space since this is a project of the future and there is no memory to which solid mass might refer.</p> <p> </p> <p>Instead of carving voidspace from a cube, we have done the reverse. It is a void with volumes inserted and each volume has a fragile connection to the others, via the void. For example, there is a red glass tube (the elevators) connecting the lower floors with the top cubic volume so the experience is of transition, as though through red lens. When you navigate the building, the voids are felt more than the solid forms it can be daunting at times. Paul Grimes, director of Engenuiti, describes the structure: ‘The structural frame is constructed from steel, utilizing a series of raking steel columns to produce the dramatic floated upper platform. Challenges include the seismic conditions and the sympathetic employment of local skills to achiev what will be an iconic statement of architectural ambition’.</p> <p> </p> <p>The foundation solution was for 80 piles 800mm diameter (has bbeen installed through rotary percussion methods)and up to 25m deep. Control of settlements due to organic layers and control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event were the main concerns. A key consideration in the design was the need to control costs where possible but also to use local materials and local labour so as to give the maximum benefit to the local economy. Normally this would push the design towards a structural concrete solution in Georgia. However the complexity of the project dictated that the project is best developed using a Structural Steel Framing Solution.</p> <p>The Site</p> <p>Lazika is a newly founded city on the Black Sea coast, located on previously uninhabited coastal wetlands. Lazika is located one mile to the south of the sea resort Anaklia and 3 miles south of Georgia's border with Abkhazia. The name 'Lazika' refers to the Graeco-Roman name for the region. The city’s existence was announced in December, 2011 by President Saakashvili, and established upon the completion of the Lazika municipality building in September 2012. The city remains in limbo with only one building, the municipality building, having been constructed. Currently, Lazika's future hangs in the balance, as the new government decides its course of action. The architecture of this particular area (Mengrelia West Georgia) reflects environmental considerations. The region has high level of humidity and dump soil, so local peoples traditionally built houses on stilts with no foundation to encourage ventilation from underneath and keep the structure dry. The site is almost at the existing mean sealevel and hence the client needed to be aware of the risks associated with anticipated global warming and subsequent sea level rises which could be in excess of 1m during the next century (based on climate modeling).The water table is between 1 and 1.5 m below ground level. Our main concerns included the control of settlement due to organic layers and the control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event. The Caucasus region, in which the site is located, is one of the most seismically active regions in the Alpine-Himalayan collision belt. This seismicity is driven on a global scale by the collision of the African and Arabian tectonic plates with the Eurasian plate. Based on our understanding of the regional geology it is valid to assume one of the worst ground conditions for seismic design Ground Profile E to EC8. The water table is between 1 to 1.5 m below ground level.</p> <p>Elevated Plinths</p> <p>The three volumes of this structure are all detached from the ground at different levels. Each of these three shapes are devoted to different functions. Each of these three volumes operates self-sufficiently and has its own entrance from the street but they are also interconnected. The volume on the ground level is designated as the main Public Services Hall, with easy access at street level. The second volume is dedicated for use as a wedding ceremony hall with direct access to a large terrace. The third volume floats 20m above the ground and contains office spaces. Only pillars and circulation points touch the ground. The perforated steel sheet cladding finishing of the facade of the top volume bring 50% transparency and lend a solid quality to the volume at the same time. The steel frame structure is integrated throughout all parts of the design and this frame is exposed to emphasise the building's technology and spirit of innovation. The top volume have the dimensions of 35mx35m, and its downward projection describes the contours of the building which is a parallelogram containing positive and negative space. A specific appearance was given to each functional volume the transparent (public hall), the semi-transparent (wedding hall), and the translucent (offices). The public hall has clear walls on all four sides. The wedding hall is a dynamic volume where floor, wall and ceiling utilises the same material and the curve they describe brings dynamics to the adjacent terrace which lies underneath the top volume. The top volume is an enclosed mass, concentrated on the activity of office work, but it too, gives precedence to the void at its centre.</p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall', 'location' => 'Lazika, Georgia ', 'area' => '2075', 'budget' => '$9 mil ', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi', 'awards' => 'Finalist Office Award OfficeNext2013 Moscow ', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '45c0cffd63e2b19bd924e0f5da35d4be.jpg', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Lazika.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 19:00:18', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi' ), (int) 6 => array( 'id' => '50', 'order' => '60', 'slug' => 'expo2015', 'name' => 'EXPO2015', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Designed to evoke the connotation that counrty is one of the biggest agriculture exporters in the world, the pavilion “The Fields of Growth” will contribute to the Expo’s theme of “Feeding the Planet”, and at the same time introduce a dynamic and powerful image of the modern Russia that originates in the country’s great past.</p> <p>This architectural solution is based on one conceptual act the use of a large scale form (single bend of a plane) that originates in the monumental traditions of the best of twentieth century Soviet architecture. A 17m long Stella indicates the main entrance to the pavilion from the main pedestrian artery of the exhibition, and continues into the field roof. The inside of the walls and ceiling of the pavilion is designed as an interactive screen with constantly changing images. The dynamic architecture of the pavilion emphasises the continuous link between technology and nature.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The proposed concept is an example of so called 'quantum' architecture, since the roof and the wall comprise single form, where the natural and the technological complement each other. Such an approach fits well into the latest trends of modern architecture, and puts the Russian Pavilion on an equal footing among other national pavilions, combining depth of analysis and contemporary design.</p> ', 'program' => '- Exhibition,Event Hall,Stage', 'location' => 'Plot No. 45 Expo Milan', 'area' => '3000', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Structural Engineers - Engenuiti ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '577a56e9d22e6c9d7374509d78d294ea.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_EXPO2015.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Yakim Milev,Sabrina Moreale,Buster Ronngren,Ksenia Zizina', 'created' => '2013-12-13 10:02:07', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '' ), (int) 7 => array( 'id' => '55', 'order' => '42', 'slug' => 'cinema', 'name' => 'Modular Cinema', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'program' => 'cinema,cafeteria', 'location' => '', 'area' => '1600', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2014', 'image' => '28352c5056baadd9165dd9b6073f7955.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_CINEMA.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2014-03-28 16:46:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings' ), (int) 8 => array( 'id' => '56', 'order' => '59', 'slug' => 'hloubetin', 'name' => 'Hloubetin Community Centre, Prague District 14', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Prague ', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Site<br /> The community centre and library in Hloubetin is positioned at the edge of the historic gardens of a castle and St. Georges church. The castle is surrounded by a containing wall and there is a gap in the wall which coincides with the plot of the community centre.</p> <p>Concept<br /> This structure represents the idea of the gate, encapsulating the spirit of community and integration. It speaks to the ‘within and without’ nature of the historic wall by positively embodying the concept of connection: between society, culture and garden. The emphasis on permeability in this design means street and garden are given to each other. Likewise, the building itself opens in various ways onto the garden allowing for a variety of architectural formulations for public events.</p> --- <p><br /> Urban strategy<br /> Historically, the church and the castle formed the centre of Hloubetin. A wise approach to upgrading the townscape must include developing and restoring the centre to attract visitors and create a community hub. By re-emphasising the historical centre indeed the whole area could be pedestrianized this creates a platform, both literally and metaphorically where a market place, restaurants, cafes, an organised car park, local shops can be properly sited. This proposed pedestrianized zone places Hloubetin exactly within the European tradition of the central square.</p> <p>Planning & Interior<br /> The building addresses its historical setting and forms a gate for modern life. Each of the spaces open onto the street and lead to the garden. The public café acts as a main entrance and a lobby, which gives directly onto the street.<br /> The internal lines of the structure speak to the wall itself, texturally suggesting extrapolation of the historic wall. The walls act like objects themselves in their functions as bookshelves, stairs, coffee bar, etc. They are configured as displaced parts of the ‘castle wall’ creating divisions in the programme a multifunction hall & community hall; a library; a and a public cafeteria. Each part of the programme is interconnected through ramps and stairs. The dividing volumes are designed as modular timber structures as ‘walls’ which contain various service components such as a book depository & drop off point; a bar; a cloak room; stairs; ramps; picture display; internet access screens; and chair storage. The basement level is dedicated to library depository, technical rooms, kitchen, public toilets and staff changing rooms, with two exit staircases.<br /> The 1st level is dedicated to quiet reading rooms, libraries, offices and a communication bridge. The walls and ground floor levels are adjusted to the landscape levels allowing seamless flow of public from the street to the garden. Glass doors surrounding the building on the ground level open to the garden and to the street allowing free flow of public in and out. The resulting interior is clean lined, light filled and neutral, and will form a simple but functional backdrop to the colour provided by books and day to day activities of the community members.</p> <p>Materials<br /> The structural elements of the object-walls, the facades and the roof are made out of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) grid 60x60x30cm. The basement slab is laid from reinforced concrete, the walls are made of foundation blocks. The ground floor slab is made of deck boards upon glue lam beams. The object-walls are composed with the technique of modular blocking used for shelving. The surfaces in between the shelves, vertically and horizontally, are filled with 25mm four layer polycarbonate colour sheets. Polycarbonate sheets provide good acoustic insulation and thermal control, which is useful when using the building in separate parts. The façade ground level is glazed, and first level and the roof a</p> ', 'program' => 'Library,community centre,cafe', 'location' => 'Prague, Czech Republic', 'area' => '1550', 'budget' => '1m. EUR', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2014', 'image' => '2b1ad8aa22eb9fcda91a5f7a8e28cf11.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_H55.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Yakim Milev', 'created' => '2014-04-25 15:45:45', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '' ), (int) 9 => array( 'id' => '64', 'order' => '52', 'slug' => 'origami highline', 'name' => 'Origami Highline', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Providencia, Santiago, Chile', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>The Site</strong></p> <p>The northern end of the Balmaceda park is obstructed by a traffic route, Huelen street, connecting Avenida Providencia and Avenida Andre Bello. Due to its short length and the heavy traffic of Huelen street, there is little possibility of submerging the road underground or having it pass overhead as a bridge. These length and weight considerations are the main obstacle to directly connecting the park and the territory in front of Tajamar Towers.</p> <cut> <p>The other important restriction here is the ground-level car park in close proximity to the Mapocho River, a river which includes underground waters running close to the site. The presence of these waters will make excavation difficult and expensive. Moreover one level of underground car park will only have capacity for the current number of cars, which arguably makes the underground idea redundant. So, the car park will remain at the same level but will be recombined into the new landscape design.</p> --- <p><strong>Origami</strong></p> <p>Origami is an ancient art of Japan. It is a creative method of folding paper to develop beautiful structures. Japanese origami structures feature chiseled cones achieved by making multiple folds and layers out of a single paper. The resultants are beautiful shapes and forms resembling animals shapes like boar head, birds, etc., objects like ink bottles, air crafts and other objects.</p> <p><strong>Concept – Origami Highline</strong></p> <p>The planting of 200 Sakura trees inspired the idea of completing the park with an origami-style structure. The interplay between the delicate and frizzy trees and the subtle but rigid Origami highline makes an appealing and graceful contrast. The abundance of cherry blossoms in the late spring is always highly appealing to park-users and the highline will provide a pleasing experience of the blossoms from a higher perspective. As a raised leisure area and connection bridge, Origami highline opens Balmaceda park in vertical and diagonal directions, resonating with Tajamar Towers, and bringing the territory into one whole. By folding a conical red plane three times, the flat form becomes a functional object. There are three main features of the object:</p> <ul> <li>As a bridge connection of Tajamar Towers to the park;</li> <li>As a slope on which public entertainment will take place, providing a seating area for open-air concerts, skateboarding and a viewing area from which to view the park, the Mapocho River and fountains;</li> <li>As a ‘highline’ (like in New York City), a raised space with benches and other street furniture that acts like a first-floor-level park.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Landscape</strong></p> <p>The landscape in front of the towers will be designed by mixing hardscape and softscape, blending Sakura trees through organised pedestrian paths. Sakura trees will also be integrated into the car park area. Huelin street will be paved with modern, flat cobblestones. There will be no level difference between the pavement and footpath so the park and the landscape will have a seamless flow for pedestrians. There will be illuminated safety bollards alongside the road.</p> <p><strong>Lighting</strong></p> <p>There will be solar-powered LED lighting integrated into the landscape. Every Sakura tree will be lit from below. The bridge itself will be lit from below following the supporting legs and a red LED strip light will follow the recessed edges. At night the Sakura trees will be illuminated, and a red-light zig-zag will hover above ground as it follows the Origami highline.</p> <p><strong>Structural Philosophy</strong></p> <p>The proposed structural form is a response to a natural curves formed in the crust of the earth. Timber is used as a natural material but in a form that is easy and fast to assemble on site and simple to dismantle.</p> <p>The key component is the use of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) panel technology that is produced in significant quantities in Chile. The panels are produced and transported in sizes up to 3m x 18m and is a revolutionary use of timber as it is as strong as concrete but a fifth of the weight.</p> <p>The decking structure is formed from CLT panels cut to shape and laid on glu)laminated roof truss beams that are spaced at 6m centres. The main display wall is a solid CLT panel system that provides the key stability for the structure. CLT is registered for seismic design in Latin America.</p> </cut>', 'program' => 'Highline', 'location' => 'Santiago, Chile', 'area' => '12', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => 'Archiplan (Chile)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => 'a61df6b340aeec4e684b68bd9dd1ff44.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Providencia.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Dominykas Daunis,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2015-01-28 17:46:41', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '' ), (int) 10 => array( 'id' => '65', 'order' => '22', 'slug' => 'nineelmsbridge', 'name' => 'Nine Elms Bridge', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Wandsworth Council', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>The Nine Elms - Pimlico Bridge: The Clip<br /> The new link between historic Pimlico and the cutting-edge development at Nine Elms should express the city’s ambitions for those neighbourhoods and for London as a whole.</p> <p>On the south side, a gateway that will define a modern development; on the north side, a seamless entrance to classic Pimlico and Victoria beyond. Over the river, two asymmetrical arches gracefully soar over a continuous loop a striking geometry that refers to London’s other bridges while reproducing none of them.</p> <p>Dedicated cycling lanes mean that The Clip will become a vital artery for commuters. The separate pedestrian paths and public realm frame new perspectives on the city making it a place to linger, meet friends and enjoy the view. The vertical arches and the horizontal loop frame vistas east and west towards the London Eye and the revitalised Battersea Power Station. Separation of the walkways results in a different viewing experience, through the loop at passing boats and out towards the city.</p> <p>The design is sensitive both to the white stucco-fronted Regency architecture of Pimlico, and also to the sculptural and innovative ideas of the new Nine Elms. The cycle lanes are accessible through ramps, while there are segregated ramps and lifts for pedestrian and disabled users. The landing points touch lightly on either side forming a safe and seamless transition for all users. With its unobstructed views and spacious walkways.The Clip will become an attraction for both Londoners and visitors.</p> <p>The Clip: Bringing Londoners Together</p> ', 'program' => 'pedestrian & cycle bridge', 'location' => 'London, UK', 'area' => '240', 'budget' => '£40 mil', 'consultants' => 'Hewson Consulting, Engenuiti, Edenvale Young, Hyland Edgar Driver, Lumieres Studio, Gardiner & Theobald, Savills', 'awards' => 'Shortlisted', 'year' => '2015-2017', 'image' => '7bf3c5c674b532b5855f765c5ee05c77.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Nine Elms Bridge.pdf', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2015-03-17 13:22:23', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => '' ), (int) 11 => array( 'id' => '75', 'order' => '24', 'slug' => 'skijump', 'name' => 'Ski Jump K-75 Reconstruction', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>VOROB’EVI HILLS</p> <p>(in 1935-1999 — the Lenin Hills) one of the most beautiful places in Moscow. It is a high right bank of the Moscow River. Located opposite the Luzhniki Stadium, considered one of the "Seven Hills of Moscow." Neskuchny garden is adjacent to the site from the east. It is 80 meters high from the Moscow river.</p> <p>The landscape of mountains forms a self titled Vorob’evi Park, a part of which survived three ponds, as well as an array of broad-leaved forests. On Vorob’evi Hills offers the most extensive and picturesque panoramas of the capital.</p> <p>SKI JUMP</p> <p>In 1953 the ski Jump was erected on the hill, an illuminated ski slope with chairlift of 340 meters long.</p> <p>In early 2015, plans were announced to renovate and build a new ski jump and a cableway between the Vorob’evi hills and the stadium "Luzhniki", which would combine sightseeing, transportation and sports functions.</p> <p>---</p> <p>"A BEAM OF LIGHT"</p> <p>The proposed ski jump type K-75 is designed for training and demonstration jumps. The idea behind the scheme is allegorical representation of a "Beam of Light" as a symbol of speed and flight. Simple subversive rectangular supporting structure "case" of the ski jump creates an image of rigor and accuracy of the calculation of the flight and the competition and bent stuffing flexibility and a sense of freedom flight. The rectangular shape of its sculptural simplicity emphasizes the beauty of the landscape Vorob’evi Hills and the monumental complex of the university.<br /> It blends harmoniously into the environment without breaking but rather adding to its integrity.</p> <p>The supporting structure is fabricated from a metal truss which rests on a single point of contact with the hill that allows to build the upper part of the mast hopping without supports. Slope design allows 28 degrees to keep the structure on the same support and Macalloy rod systems which stretches from the foot of the ramp (see. Section)</p> <p>At the top mark of the ski jump is a preparatory platform for athletes and an observation deck with a bar for tourists. Inclined elevator hidden in the left side of the structure is used to transport athletes to the site, and the vertical lift, with capacity of 75 persons / hour on Kosygin Street, serves visitors to the observation deck.</p> ', 'program' => 'ski jump,ski school,viewing platform,restaurant', 'location' => 'Vorob'evil Hills, Moscow', 'area' => '4000', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '53fd22072af36f8e7840b66be27e2925.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava,Nikita Tsymbla', 'created' => '2017-02-10 15:52:44', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Andrey Narodnitskiy' ), (int) 12 => array( 'id' => '77', 'order' => '30', 'slug' => '20thcenturymuseum', 'name' => 'The Museum of the 20th Century', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>The museum of the 20th century and its urban integration</p> <p>Main Idea</p> <p>The Landscape Building concept was conceived as a subtle exchange, it is a terrain itself. The building uses every aspect of its construction for navigation and art exhibition. The roof slopes are pedestrian walkways and they form a sculpture park. (The gradients of sculpture park give many different observation angles for users to apprehend the sculptural work on display.) The views from these roof gradients onto the surrounding buildings and parkland also give the idea that this building is a piece of landscape itself.</p> <p>The Landscape Building expresses the notion of a seamless transition between urban spaces. Its white translucent appearance suggests a universal, timeless character with no obvious materiality. Its architectural elevation from the Potsdamer Str. perspective, has a rectangular shape. But as an observer circumnavigates the edifice, it changes its appearance and shape – in this way, it provides a particularly relativistic experience.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The LANDSCAPE BUILDING, poised between the structures that express qualities of the grid and the sculptural (the Nationalgalerie and the Opera), incorporates both of these qualities. The Landscape Building completes the architectural dialogue at the site.</p> <p>Urban Integration</p> <p>The main hall of the Landscape Building provides a direct connection between Scharounplatz and Sigismundstrasse through a central atrium. Likewise, visitors can ascend the ramp parallel and adjacent to Potsdamer Strasse and navigate the upper pathways of the museum, which trace a zig-zag shape, finally leading visitors down to the site of St. Matthaus Kirche.</p> <p>The Landscape Building’s ramps are designed for barrier free wheelchair access with 6% slope inclination. The highest level of the building platform is 12.1m above ground level, which is 1.3m lower than the Nationalgalerie. The Opera building is still visible from the Nationalgalerie over the top of Landscape building and indeed, the views from the rooftop pathways of Landscape Building maintain constant reference to all adjacent historical buildings.</p> <p>Space Concept</p> <p>The Landscape Building has a large, light filled temporary exhibition hall running through its core (15m wide, 12m high and 100m long). This space can contain large scale installations (on walls, on the ramp, above the submerged part of the ramp). The ramp leads down to the main exhibition spaces of the museum, which are located on the subterranean level.</p> <p>The building plan of access routes has the shape of a cross so that visitors and staff may easily navigate through the building. Equally, such a shape provides enhanced flow in the case of fire or emergency.</p> <p>The roof pathways are open air and the floor surfaces are composed of energy gathering systems that draw energy from motion such as footfall. There are also systems in place to collect rainwater for use in the building’s plumbing networks.</p> <p>Landscap Architectural Integration</p> <p>The top surfaces of this building are a mix of hardscape and landscape as low grade greenery is incorporated into these spaces. The building easily blends into the adjacent platz spaces where trees rise to meet these upper levels. Also, the series of sculptures that are on display along these roof pathways form their own landscape, they comprise a sculpture park. Otherwise, the integration provided by the ramps rising from street level provide a seamless integration with the surrounding topography.</p> ', 'program' => 'Exhibition,Visitor Service,Scientific Research,Depots,Restauration,Delivery,Administration', 'location' => 'Matthaikirchplatz, 10785 Berlin, Germany', 'area' => '28825', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => 'bb7bd62ce5f01832af0880fc78c776c2.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Simon Gatehouse,Nikoloz Japaridze,Giorgi Nishniandize,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Natasha randall,Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys', 'created' => '2017-02-10 16:10:25', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '' ), (int) 13 => array( 'id' => '88', 'order' => '34', 'slug' => 'national science and innovation centre of lithuania', 'name' => 'National Science and Innovation Centre of Lithuania', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Cityscape urban integration</p> <p>This proposed design for Science Island creates a marked but porous division between a newly created urban environment and existing parklands. In keeping with the Science Centre's emphasis on environmental matters, this design provides a natural barrier across the island to preserve the purity of the park. The orientation of the building allows for a fluency of movement via bridges the existing pedestrian bridge and a new southbank bridge connecting the island to the old town and expected future developments in South Kaunas. To minimise car traffic, we have kept the Science Centre as close to the Žalgiris Arena as possible. Since most visitors to Žalgiris Arena arrive in the evening from 20h, we propose that this existing car park be available to Science Centre visitors during its daytime opening hours. Deliveries will be restricted to the East side of the island. The building’s main principle is to divide the island into two parts the landscape and the hardscape.</p> <p>---</p> <p>Architectural quality</p> <p>The balancing building concept was conceived as a subtle intervention into the terrain, and acts as an abstract rectilinear sculptural object. It allows Science Centre curators to make use of both the paved, constructed side of the island and the natural side. The building acts to soften the bulky effect of the Arena structure, to integrate it more subtly into the island space. As a linear volume, the structure maximises possibilities for navigation and exhibition. As a feat of engineering, the balancing building captures the spirit of experiment, and reminds us of scientific apparatus.</p> <p>Interior quality of public spaces</p> <p>The public spaces of this building are singular open space volumes. The main entrance hall is arched with a spherical planetarium suspended overhead. The south hall is a double-height open space for large scale exhibition. The café is positioned with a view onto the old town, indeed the ends of the building are designed to be increasingly transparent to interact with the surrounding landscape. The varying quality of light, from its glass extremities through to the opaque central section of this steel structured building provide a range of illumination for curatorial consideration.</p> <p>Interior quality of galleries</p> <p>The gallery spaces in this balancing building are designed for maximum flexibility. That is, in their simple rectilinear expanses, they can be manipulated for a wide variety of curatorial configuration.</p> <p>Usability space planning and logistics</p> <p>The balancing building is 250 metres long and is at the structure’s mid point; the main entrance faces the plaza, and another entrance faces the park at Level 1. The central hall contains an information centre, cloakroom and shop. Circulation through the building is linear, allowing easy for navigation by visitors. There are four fire escape routes, located every 50 metres along the length of the building. There are dedicated staircase and lifts for staff, located to the side of the main entrance. The back of house functions are positioned in the hill, so deliveries are organised via the existing road behind the Arena.<br /> Structure<br /> The proposed architectural form demands a dramatic structural response so as to produce long-span cantilevers which appear to float without any structural support. The box element of the form is utilised on the two longitudinal sides by incorporating mega trusses which start to describe the form as a long spanning bridge. The transverse section is framed as a moment frame U section allowing the deflection of the section under wide to the sides to be controlled. All the key structural forms would not be possible without the use of a high strength material and in this case structural steel fabricated into relevant box sections and beams sections is the best response. The transverse steel beams are formed with cellular openings to allowing coordination of MEP services. The building is approximately 250m long and hence requires bridge bearings at the first internal support points so as to allow the building to expand and contract from the fixed central point. This makes the building monolithic and without movement joints in structure or fabric. Given the fluvial nature of the river deposits a piled system is proposed for foundation support so as to control settlements. A bored cost in situ concrete piling system is preferred so as to core through any larger stone deposits in the ground.</p> <p>Sustainability & Feasibility</p> <p>This building is constructed from pre-fabricated modular steel members, and as such it is a most efficient and labour saving structure to build. It can be made in a single phase construction, with its pre fabricated parts delivered directly to the site. Based on locality and project use the following sustainable proposals are to be explored: Low Level Air Distribution: maximises the use of 100% outside air; ideal comfort level for occupiers; low running cost and maintenance; River Water Cooling: utilises river to cool the building and eliminate air source cooling; Photovoltaic: electric power generation by integrated PV panels in the façade; LEED Certification: high efficiency lighting; day-light use; lighting control.</p> ', 'program' => 'front of house,Visitor Amenities,Temporary Galleries,Permanent Galleries,Event Spaces,Staff Spaces,Back of House,Plant Spaces', 'location' => 'Kaunas, Lithuania', 'area' => '13000', 'budget' => '$20mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti structure, HED Landscape, DSA engineering ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => '4f8ab71cfe7a587946de21f14d43c6a6.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys,Bathilde Hamonic,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,George Nishnianidze', 'created' => '2017-03-23 16:09:52', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '' ), (int) 14 => array( 'id' => '91', 'order' => '28', 'slug' => 'Batumi Slope', 'name' => 'Batumi Slope', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Batumi City Hall', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p><strong>The Site</strong></p> <p>The site is located adjacent to The Black Sea volcanic pebble stoned cost and serves as one of the access points between the city and the sea cost. New 25 km boulevard is passing in the front of the slope. The surrounding area is mostly recreational with hotels and a public square. There is an old 19 century navigation lighthouse on the site and is incorporated into the building. Back of building is open towards the square with 3D cinema, gallery, cafes and restaurants.</p> <p>Lighthouse 'Mys Burun Tabiya'</p> <p>Date unknown (early 1900s) (station established under Ottoman rule in 1863). Active; focal plane 20 m (66 ft); two red flashes every 6 s. 17 m (56 ft) octagonal masonry tower with lantern and gallery. Lighthouse painted white; lantern dome is dark metallic. Russia built a lighthouse here in 1883, replacing a smaller Turkish light. Located on the point of Mys (Cape) Burun Tabiya, which partly shelters the harbor of Batumi, about 1 km (0.6 mi) northwest of the harbor light. Site open, tower closed. Admiralty E5768; NGA 19324.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Elevated Landscape</strong></p> <p>The concept behind this building centres on the notion of an elevated landscape, an open public platform which acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the performance on the stage. However, the elevated landscape has one advantage over a ground-level plan, which is that it preserves the original land surface. The whole platform overlooks the sea and maintains access to the whole programme below.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The building is essentially a horizontal platform which was lifted to liberate the space below and then tilted to expose views to the sea and create an quasi amphitheatrical shape. The area of the site is equal to the total gained roof terrace area. So the roof acts like a facade and a platform at the same time. But it is also an extension of the boulevard. The platform is linked to the boulevard by a broad set of stairs, which are designed be actively used by the public for sitting and enjoying the views.</p> <p>This proposed landmark building is an elevated landscape with emphasis on preserving the horizontal qualities of the site. It interacts with the sea views as viewed from without and within.</p> <p>The slope incorporates a specially dedicated new office for the lighthouse and a protected zone from the deck. There is exclusive access for lighthouse employees. The lighting of the deck itself in the evening is minimal and arranged so that it doesn't interfere with the working of the lighthouse. An optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Programme</strong></p> <p>The top level includes a cafe and a stage with audience seating for 700 people. The stage is 20m x 20m which can accommodate a different range of musical performance from a 40 piece classical orchestra to jazz bands and rock groups. This stage is accompanied by an open air cafe, which has access from the ground floor with a lift. On the other side of the platform there is a lounge bar, which faces the lighthouse on one side and the other side overlooks the city square below. Underneath the platform is a 3D cinema for 100 people, an additional cafe and bar, various shops and a bicycle/roller-skate rental office. There are two different volumes that overhang the ground floor and these will contain the cafes. The ground floor and the top deck are interconnected by a ramp, a spiral staircase in the middle of the building and two lifts for the disabled. There is direct access from the ground floor to the boulevard.</p> <p><strong>Interaction</strong></p> <p>The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations:</p> <p>Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large gatherings of people assemble while keeping the stage as a temporary structure for the festival season. The building would be used for a variety of community needs during the year. The stage is a temporary structure which is kept folded in the front part of the uninhabitable part of the building.</p> <p>A focus has been given to introducing a raised slope platform, which has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter. </p> <p>Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an analysis of Music festivals, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p>The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double height spaces and a multi-purpose roof.</p> ', 'program' => '3D Cinema,The Stage,Cinema Cafe,Open Water Pool,Open Air Restaurant & Bar,Backstage,Lounge&Bar,Shops,The Lighthouse,The Lighthouse Office,Administration', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '3060', 'budget' => '10 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010-2012', 'image' => '36fb595f2f9415074d386619926caf36.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Slope.pdf', 'team' => '', 'created' => '2017-05-12 11:46:09', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '' ), (int) 15 => array( 'id' => '93', 'order' => '29', 'slug' => 'lucky', 'name' => 'Lucky Residential', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to design a mixed-use masterplan for a historic site in central Moscow. The name of the development ‘Lucky’ comes from the ‘Lakokraska’ Scientific Production Company, a paint and ‘lacquer’ factory that occupied the site under a series of different ownerships from the 1850s to the 1980s.</p> <p>The brief called for a predominantly residential scheme, renovating some of the remaining, listed, industrial brick buildings, whilst demolishing the remainder to create accommodation with community and service areas.</p> <p>The practice drew inspiration from the history of the site and its transformation from industrial to residential, responding with a metabolic structure that looks as though it could have ‘grown’ out of the site. Fritz Lang’s ‘Metropolis’ was an influence, with its idea of the past generating the future. The existing historic buildings provided a set of parameters from which AI generated modules that are adaptable in terms of size and their orientation towards the light. The result is a modular residential block of 1246 number of apartments, configured to benefit from light and flexible in terms of the space they offer.</p> ', 'program' => 'residential,office,car park,nursery,restaurant,gym,retail', 'location' => '2 Zvenigorodskaya str. Moscow', 'area' => '130000', 'budget' => '$300mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => 'Finalist', 'year' => '2017', 'image' => '247f43bc0acf16eaece7984854eeeff2.jpg', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Lucky.pdf', 'team' => 'Tomas Balparda,Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,Nikita Tsymbal,Elena Cruz Alcami', 'created' => '2017-11-15 14:56:49', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Archirost' ), (int) 16 => array( 'id' => '104', 'order' => '38', 'slug' => 'losbates-school', 'name' => 'New School Losbates', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'CCEA MOBA', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>Annotation</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall. To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium. To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.<br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street.</p> <p>---</p> <p><strong>Urbanism Description</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. As such, it respects both the semi-urban condition of the site – low height, individual houses - and the forest. The main school building is situated on the North-South axis to the site. It acts as a invitation both to forest and village interaction. It maximises the exposure to the sunlight by its orientation and its volumetric composition. The building elements step back from the main entrance towards the East creating a semi-public plaza in front of the school with the private sports and recreation area behind, towards the forest. The building element volumes also step down towards the South breaking up its bulk and mitigating its impact on the existing village houses. Thus, the lowest volume (one storey) is located on the edge of the village while the tallest volume (Gymnasium) is adjacent to the forest. The buildings rectilinear form creates a very distinct shape, which clearly identifies its function. The flats and the Art school are located in the same building in the South- West corner of the site, thus creating a ’gateway’ entry volume onto the site and acting as a transitional object between the village and the school.<br /> The existing pedestrian path to the forest remains as existing and is not obstructed in any way by the new building.</p> <p><strong>Traffic</strong><br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street. It is proposed as a one-way route with a drop-off and a bus stop next to the semi-public plaza. There are three car-parking zones proposed on the site for temporary and permanent parking. Car park 1 (31 cars) is located next to the Flats and the Art school; car park 2 (26 cars) is located on Soubezna Street closer to the main entrance to the building; and car park 3 (60 cars) is located on the northern edge of the site next to the forest and is partly hidden behind the Gymnasium. All three car parks have two disabled car parking spaces. Waste management and access to the track is organised via car park 3 at the far corner of the Gymnasium.</p> <p><strong>Architecture Description</strong><br /> The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it. The tallest volume is located on the edge of the forest and all other volumes step down towards the village in the following order – Gymnasium 9.6m; Secondary school 7.1m (on two levels); Main entrance lobby /Auditorium / Cafeteria 5.6m; Pre-pre and Primary school 4.1m (on one level). All four volumes are linked by means of a straight, 6m wide, circulation spine, which provides for generous circulation but also provides space for extra facilities and activities.</p> <p>The building facades are designed using singular modular system. Accoya type modified timber fins (ref www.accoya.com) are in-filled with timber panels and/or glass panels. The rhythmic order of the fins is disturbed here and there by exceptions at volume junctions, corners and structural elements. Façade depth creates intimacy and focus for the user. It is an inside-out oriented building. It is perceived as series of solid rectangles with intermittent glimpses of glass depending on the viewing angle. The North- South axis orientation of the building exposes the staggered facades towards the South and its stepped composition emphasises the morning sun on the sports and recreation area.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall.<br /> To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium.<br /> To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Structural Frame</strong><br /> The architectural proposals lend themselves to a solid timber frame solution or hybrid steel frame / solid timber solution. In the most technically advanced solution the frame would incorporate the proposed façade in load-bearing capacity.<br /> The use of glued-laminated and cross laminated timber (CLT) as key structural elements for walls and floors of education buildings has been well established in Europe over the past 10 years. The solid timber structure can be exposed for architectural expression and the speed of construction makes the system one of the most cost effective for education building in Europe.<br /> A hybrid structural solution including the use of steel frames and solid timber is also viable where longer spans are required.<br /> Depending on the ground conditions the most economic foundation solution is in situ reinforced concrete pads and strips. The timber structure being almost 40% lighter than concrete structures helps achieve this solution.<br /> A recent innovation in the use of exposed CLT is increased Thermal Mass to the soffits through the introduction of various thermal control materials. Using this new research allows for additional comfort cooling of classrooms.<br /> Solid timber (CLT) is easily sourced from several suppliers in Europe including Binder Holz and KLH in Austria. A number of these manufacturers use timber grown in the Czech Republic.</p> <p><strong>Facades</strong><br /> Accoya was selected due to its dimensional stability making it possible to achieve an elegant, slim structure having wide fixing points without risk of bending or warping. A traditional stick-system is used with Accoya timber fixed to the façade system. </p> <p>Operations and Functionality Description: 2x9 Classes<br /> Access – the main access to the building is organised form the West via a semi-public plaza at the front. School distribution is organised in such a way that all elements of the school can be operate independently.<br /> The circulation spine (6m wide) runs on the North-South axis of the building and connects all parts of school. The spine can be accessed form the main lobby and independently form the both North and South ends.<br /> The main entrance lobby is located in the central volume directly connected to the spine. Waiting area, Auditorium, Cafeteria and Kitchen are located in the central volume, allowing it to operate independently out of school hours.<br /> The Primary school is located on the right from the entrance and operates on one level. Pre-Prep is part of the Primary but can be accessed independently form the plaza drop-off. Pre-prep has its dedicated internal secure courtyard, which also has direct access to the main school playgrounds.<br /> The Secondary school is located on the left of the entrance and operates on two levels. Its main staircase is adjacent to the spine, which can be also used for sitting, gathering and exhibition activities.<br /> The waste management store is located next to the cafeteria kitchen.<br /> Access to the Gymnasium is both form the main circulation spine for school users, but also directly from the public plaza for community users out of school hours.</p> <p><strong>Future Operations and Functionality Description: 3x9 Classes</strong><br /> The building expansion is organised in such a way that it does not compromise the architectural and operational integrity of the building.<br /> The buildings volumes are deigned to allow for the required expansion towards the East:<br /> The Secondary school expands on the first floor level, creating an outdoor covered space below, which can be used as a recreation veranda.<br /> The Primary school expands on the ground floor towards the East by 9m.<br /> The Cafeteria can be expanded towards the East and island kitchen expands retaining its service capabilities and architectural feature.</p> <p>This expansion strategy ensures that the main West-facing elevation, the overall building heights and the main circulation spine are not compromised in any way.</p> <p><strong>Environmental Concept</strong></p> <p>The weather conditions in Prague are not much different from London so we followed some of the principals we applied at Eton College. Eton College had similar requirement from their fundraisers.</p> <p>What we are proposing is a ground source heat pump system that will provide heating to the school during winter. In the summer that can be reversed so cooling can also be provided to certain areas like the auditorium, gymnasium, hub rooms, etc. Having a buried insulated water tank will allow the contribution of other renewable energy sources like evaporative cooling through the use of a water fountain and rain water harvesting for top up. The low night time temperatures in the summer in Prague are ideal for the use of this system – all you need is a water fountain which will effectively provide cooling to hub rooms, etc. and it will also be a good story for the students. Rainwater harvesting will be also used for irrigation and grey water. PV panels will provide power supply to the pumps.</p> <p>With regards to the auditorium, such spaces are better served both in terms of energy use and comfort by displacement ventilation (i.e. 18⁰ C supply air temperature). This will allow the use of 100% outside air (i.e. no refrigeration). The classrooms will be also served by natural ventilation.</p> ', 'program' => 'Pre-Prep,Primary,Secondary,Gymnasium,Auditorium,Art School,Cafeteria,Flats', 'location' => 'Losbates, Prague, Czech Republic', 'area' => '6323', 'budget' => 'EUR 6 mil', 'consultants' => 'DSA Engineering, Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2018', 'image' => '269250488dcdb1f456b2be5080f7ad77.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Elena Cruz Alcami,Nikoloz Japaride,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-20 14:38:54', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders' ), (int) 17 => array( 'id' => '108', 'order' => '26', 'slug' => 'mtskheta', 'name' => 'Mtskheta House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Justice of Georgia', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Mtskheta</strong> (Georgian: </span></span></span><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">მცხეთა</span></span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">)</span></span><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"> one of the oldest cities of the country of Georgia (in Kartli province of Eastern Georgia), established 1000 BC, is located approximately 20 kilometres north of Tbilisi at the confluence of the Aragvi and Kura rivers. The city (population 19,423 as of January 1, 2008) "Historical Monuments of Mtskheta" became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Mtskheta has great attraction of tourist because of Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and <strong>Jvari convent</strong>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-450 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Svetitskhoveli Cathedral </strong>(Georgian: , svet'icxovlis sak'atedro t'adzari; literally, "the Living Pillar Cathedral") is a Georgian Orthodox cathedral known as the burial site of Christ's mantle. It presently functions as the seat of the archbishop of Mtskheta and Tbilisi, who is at the same time Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia. Cathedral was built in the 11th century by the Georgian architect Arsukisdze.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The site</strong> is located in the centre of Mtskheta (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site has wild greenery not being used for a while. The size of the plot is 1000m2. The surrounding area morphology mostly consists of residential buildings. There is Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in about 300m from the site, establishing strong visual connection. There is a library and some sport facilities nearby. There is another signifi-cant visual link to the site - Jvari convent situated on top of the mountain the Right bank of mtkvari and overlooks Mtskheta.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The idea</strong> of the proposed building emerged based on a number of consider-ations: </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Primarily, the desire to establish visual and conceptual links to Svetitskhoveli </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">Cathedral and Jvari convent</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• A focus has been given to introducing an open space under a sole arched </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">roof. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Wedding hall is positioned in the middle of the building under the solid cone</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The cone composition represents - dynamics, solidity and distinguished </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">purpose of the building. Chamfered volumes reveal the space to the external viewer, thus emphasizing transparency and welcoming aura</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Introducing multi-arched space combines and synthesises programme </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">blending functions with easy flow</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">the use of land and budget.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project is single stage construction using concrete structure with </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">premade planking</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The building has simple programme distribution on one level: Lobby, Public Service Hall, Offices, CRA (Civil Registration Service), Cafeteria, Archive, Technical</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Hall,Wedding Hall,Office,Cafeteria,Storage', 'location' => 'Mtskheta, Georgia', 'area' => '1500', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => 'Progresi, Insta, Gesco, Prolight', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '61e37ec82b6e42bf061d7c9f67c9d6a2.tif', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Frank Cuccurullo,Davit Dolidze,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Japaridze,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituahvili,Vano Ksnelashvili,Lucie Lue,Rusudan Margishvili,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava,Nika Maisuradze', 'created' => '2019-03-20 21:42:41', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '0', 'photographer' => '' ), (int) 18 => array( 'id' => '112', 'order' => '40', 'slug' => 'poti', 'name' => 'Poti HOJ', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Justice of Georgia', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="Pa0CxSpFirst"><span style="line-height:normal"><span class="A0" style="font-family:" wvrcfv=""><span style="color:#221e1f"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular">Poti</span></b></span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black"> is the largest port in Georgia, located on the eastern Black Sea coast in the region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti in the west of the country. Built near the site of the ancient Greek colony of Phasis, the city has become a major port city and industrial centre since the early 20th century, exporting Georgia's manganese and coal. It is also home to a main naval base and the headquarters of the Georgian navy. Poti port area is planned to become a free economic zone within the framework of a Georgian-United Arab Emirates project inaugurated in April 2008. </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The city lies at an altitude of two meters above sea level. The city's climate is humid subtropical with mild and warm winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 14.1 °C; 2 °C in January, and 22.9 °C in July. Rainfall is abundant and reaches 1,960 mm per annum.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The site</span></span></b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black"> is located in the centre of Poti on the Twelve Apostles semi-circle square filling up one of the missing gaps in the building chain of the envelope. The site is 50m wide and 80m long with short side facing the square. The surrounding area is mostly residential represented by two to four storied buildings. The Neo-Byzantine cathedral, constructed in 1906-7 is situated in the middle of the square which acts as the main focal points of radially surrounding streets. There is large theatre hall on one and new Radisson hotel on the other are being constructed adjacent to the site.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">'Rolling Stones'</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">Two dynamic objects are rolling backwards from the platform acting as dynamic forces scattering towards the square. Each of this two shapes are equal in it's form but differ in scale. By rotating each of them we introduce two completely different objects in two different states of movement. An open inclined platform acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the Twelve Apostles Square and the Cathedral. The elevated landscape acts like the sea washing of the sides of the objects creating open and enclosed courtyards within the platform. Oxidised cooper finished facades bring large amount of colour and distinguishes solid state of these 'two' objects.</span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">Programme</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The ground floor level conceits of main offices of The House of Justice including:- Prosecutor's Office- Civil Registration Agency- National Registration Agency- Energetics Office- Hall For Wedding Registration Ceremony- Main Operation Hall. The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">use the platform as a park. The enclosed part of the building would be used for a needs of House of Justice - the open platform would be used of community needs.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• A focus has been given to introducing a raised-slope platform, which has different purposes </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">throughout the year - a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Two random shaped objects represent - dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building, </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">though green colouring represent - calmness and trust.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpLast"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double-height spaces and a multipurpose roof.</span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Office,CRA/NBE/NAPR,Energetics Office,Wedding Hall,Prosecutor's Office', 'location' => 'Poti, Georgia', 'area' => '1620', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '1a84293392db8a7723185884cd99b63a.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Nika Maisuradze,Devi Kituashvili,Vano KSnelashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-21 10:47:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders' ), (int) 19 => array( 'id' => '116', 'order' => '39', 'slug' => 'budabest', 'name' => 'House of Hungarian Music', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Liget Budapest Project', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '', 'program' => 'Museum,offices,Permanent Exhibition,Temporary exhibition,Artist preparation space,Museum learning,Museum shop,Cafe,Reception,Comfort operation,Lecture hall,Event / Performance hall,Articaft Handling', 'location' => 'Liget Park, Budapest, Hungary', 'area' => '8450', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2014', 'image' => 'e2172f82484b5e084e18a01088cdc702.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Budapest.pdf', 'team' => 'Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Daniel Lareau,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2020-07-17 12:26:36', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings' ), (int) 20 => array( 'id' => '117', 'order' => '54', 'slug' => 'batumi-campus', 'name' => 'Batumi Campus', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Batumi City Hall', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="CxSpFirst" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The site is located adjacent to Batumi University and serves as one of the focal points along the boulevard. The surrounding area is mostly residential with hotels and public recreational zones like Park 26 May and lake Nuri. The site is overlooking the courtyard and opens views along the cost. There is a university building adjacent to the site and which heighten activity in the area. New Radisson hotel from the north-west is the main visual marker in relation to the building.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">“The Knowledge Hole”</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The concept behind this building is the idea of “The Knowledge Hole” as a public space which acts like viewing platform overlooking the city. However, the building is positioned as a wall, the hole becomes main focal points connecting two sides of the site.</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The building is formed as a single volume. The programme is distributed in staggering of each component on top of each other. Building is divided in two parts by corridor and two service-cores in both ends of 50 m long corridor. The hole intersects the corridor with</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">Programme</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The density and mixture of programme of the proposed building has emerged based on a number of considerations:</span></span> </span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• Primarily, the desire to bring different aspects of urban life</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">to a residential area. In other words, to provide open elevated platforms for enjoying panoramic views of the city</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• A focus has been given to introducing mixed-programme platforms on different levels of the building. There are no existing viewing platforms for public use in the old city area. The inclusion of elevated platforms in the building will define</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">its uniqueness and importance in Batumi</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• The programme mixture has been driven by a comprehensive feasibility study and market assessment in which various asset classes were analysed. The relative opportunities for each component of programme resulted in an optimal development mix to meet possible public needs</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• 27 levels of building programme have been introduced to maximise the use of land and budget</span></span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Education,Sport,Terrace - park,Common Features,Administration,Mechanical,Service,Lobby,Parking', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '21060', 'budget' => '$40mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010', 'image' => 'a11d592eb8c9efe45ab288caf1d84930.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Batumi Campus.pdf', 'team' => 'Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2020-07-17 13:21:35', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings' ), (int) 21 => array( 'id' => '119', 'order' => '12', 'slug' => 'metro', 'name' => 'Metro Station', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Centre Agency', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Station "Prospect Marshal Zhukov"</span></span></b></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="vertical-align:middle"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:9.5pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black">Consortium of London-based practice <b>Architects of Invention (AI)</b> and <b>Nowadays</b> of Moscow has submitted a design proposal for Metro Station. 5 teams were shortlisted to enter an international competition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The station design is based on a consistent repetition of round sectors that make up the column that frame the platform. They combine an architectural element, engineering systems (ventilation) and a light source.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> Columns remind of various telescopic devices and products - antennas, mechanical "legs" of construction or space vehicles. It is a dedication to the mechanistic, retro-futuristic beauty of Moscow underground.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Blue, red and silver make up the palette of the project. The prevailing blue on the platform, combined with red, lends the space a sporty vitality. The soft silver light poured into the underground lobby creates a clean space in which it is equally pleasant to find yourself, both at the beginning and at the end of the path.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The entire design of the station is based on the repetition of a single element - a thin aluminum tube. From the walls of the underground vestibule along the escalators, it descends onto the columns of the platform and turns into a giant pipe of the underground station.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> All parts of the station are subject to a single color logic. Red accents accompany all parts of the station, from the outdoor pavilion to the platform. The outdoor pavilion is dominant blue with red accents; the lobby is an all-white and silver space with red accents; the station hall is a kind of culmination - an active combination of blue, red and white.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">46 identical columns create an impressive space united by a single technique. A row of columns reproduces the image of mechanical sliding legs that go down and merge with the white floor. The contact points of the elements are highlighted with red light. The color design is based on the gradual transition from dark blue to light silver-white, from top to bottom, which seems to dissolve the columns in space as they approach the floor.</span></span></span></span></span></div> ', 'program' => 'entrance pavilion,ticket hall,escalators,station hall & platform', 'location' => 'Prospect Zhukova, Moscow, Russia', 'area' => '700', 'budget' => '£4mil', 'consultants' => 'Yarko-Yarko', 'awards' => '3rd Prize Winner', 'year' => '2020', 'image' => '536601ce173f42dc127d3d61f24faa10.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'London AI team: Nikoloz Japaridze,Ruth Sullivan,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Giorgi Khetsuriani,Moscow Nowadays team: Natalia Mastalerz,Nata Tatunashvili,Alena Grandkina,Dina Khodunova', 'created' => '2020-10-14 13:20:46', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '0', 'photographer' => 'Archirost' ), (int) 22 => array( 'id' => '120', 'order' => '10', 'slug' => 'NMKL', 'name' => 'National Museum of Korean Literature', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Korea', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The story is printed by us</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Just as ink revolutionised the written word, the printing press revolutionised book publication– 3D printing revolutionises architecture, how we build, with a view to innovation and sustainability. Cheaper, quicker, easier— sustainable. The importance of literary culture is promoted by bringing future technology and innovation – narrative and form combine, printed in an architectural gesture.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Hand drawing manifestation</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In re-establishing the primacy of hand-drawing and its original possibilities in the making of buildings, the 3D printing approach is more sensual than it first seems. A return to the rudimentary skills of a drawing using the printing tool makes art of buildings. The manifestation of a hand-drawing, printed to form a building opens amazing possibilities in the expression of cultural and expansive gestures within the built environment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The rational vs the irrational in architecture</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The comparison of a free-hand movement with controlled structural patterns highlights the contrast between 3D printed and traditional construction technology. Traditional concrete technology follows established methods, bound to the supply chain production rationalisation of manufacturing, which insisted upon technology based on the formwork dimension governed grid.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">3D technology eliminates this notion of the grid-based rationalisation systems by using ‘singular’ material and its bottom-to-top layering method. No more factory-based rationalised supply chain systems. Post-rationalisation collides with a rationalisation of the meaningless combination of elements confined to a sequence forming a conglomerate of an organism, while the organism is a singular motion, technique, material and a free form. No more container stacked rectangles. Shape does not matter, if the rational resonates with the desired outcome. The expression of thoughts, unconstrained by technology leads to a liberation of thought itself. Just as ink made it possible to record and translate thought, not only in the form of words as symbols, but also in the generation of stories. A story can be anything, a narrative, a multi-layered, polyphonic, flowing whole—why should architecture be constrained by building blocks, unable to fully express itself, always relying on a heavy industrial supply chain?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The singularity I’m referring to points to essential and ultimate ways of living. It is the creating of singular solutions for multiple functions, forms and purposes. It is difficult to reconcile architecture’s singularity with the awareness of its multiple conditions and consequences. There is a fragile boarder between the Post-humanistic scientific approach and more traditional humanism with the emphasis on the singular. Parametricism denies human input except for a methodologic matrix control. All parameters are pre-set in the given conditions of the place (sun, wind, climate, market conditions, programme) so human input is a monitoring stance, making choices in a random order, mostly based on the intuition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity focuses on architecture as a singular object - aesthetic, formal, self-contained and irreducible to the conditions from which it emerges or the effects it stimulates. Architecture is an isolation from determining multiplicities or programme, creating homogeneous unity in a homogenous space. Functions can no longer be differentiated but they are alienated into ephemeral hybridisation.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Challenge in the Principle is this: the post-humanistic (that is, robots) versus the human (that is, the individual/singular). Architecture can no longer be critical, because it depends on pre-determined, automatic choices of the parametric input matrix, which we, as a society, made possible by accepting the notion of progress via google, uber, amazon and grasshopper.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><strong><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The site is currently vacant. From three sides it has no surrounding roads. The access is restricted to 15.5m width from the North-West side, where the pavement changes its texture. The slope drops by 9m from South-East. The longest border is adjacent to the scheduled by 2022 development of the Arts Village residential area. The site area 13, 248 m2 with very narrow shape at the South-West corner.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Topography and Natural Environment</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Located at the west side of Bukhansan National Park and the boundary of Eunpyeong New Town, the site has an affluent natural environment where Bukhansan Mountain is on the east and Imalsan Mountain is on the northwest. The Neighborhood Park of Gijachon District 1 adjacent to the site was formed in 2014, with a gate ball court, fitness center, forest playground, outdoor stage, and others outdoor experience. Among the eight Bukhansan Dulle-gil courses that are stretched south and east of the site, Cloud Garden and the Eunpyeong trails are connected. The height difference between the 124m altitude of the pedestrian passage of the Arts Village and 133m altitude of the trail adjacent to Bukhansan Dulle-gil is about 9m.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Design overview</span></span></span></b></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The envisioned building for this museum is arranged on 3 levels, including basement. Its overall height above ground (building shape) is 25m. The building footprint is a prolonged trapezoidal form of 112,500m long by 75m at its shortest side. The total footprint area is 7,253.5 m2, which is about 55% of the site area. The building is situated in the middle of the plot creating front and back outdoor areas. The building volume is positioned at the lowest level of the site’s sloped landscape and its roof profile aligns with the landscape behind the building providing easy access to the roof garden. The entire roof-surface serves as an outdoor garden for leisure purposes with views towards the built-up area and mountain range. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The main entrance to the site, for both vehicles and pedestrians, is accessed at the North-West side, at the end of Yeonseo-ro within 15.5m access area. Pedestrian access is to the left towards the main entrance of the museum; vehicles enter on the right, towards the drop-off, the carpark entrance and the delivery point at the far end of the building. The main entrance to the building is organised at the front yard from the North, which is flattened as a result of a cut-out landscape.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">There are three levels to the building: The -1 floor has a double height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park; The ground floor includes the main entrance to the building, an administration office, a double-height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park. The +1 floor includes a museum and its supporting facilities, a museum shop, a cafeteria, a community hall, and education facilities. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Four stair & lift cores serve as the building circulation and maintenance. There is a goods-lift with direct access to the museum facility. The main entrance is a triple height space with reception, toilets, two stairs and lift core at the both ends. Large circular stairs give access to the first-floor museum area. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Architecture</span></span></span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> of the building is a collection of randomised shapes formed by vertical walls which meander through the building creating the building mass. The two lower floors are organised as back-of-house with regular flat slabs and columns, where the first floor is an arched space cut through the walls creating a large open space to encapsulate the main museum and community facilities. Transparent and translucent glass partitions segregate functional spaces where necessary. NMKL thus realises a space that symbolizes multi-dimensional enjoyment of Korean Literature.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In order to achieve this kind of architecture, <b>3D Concrete Printing Technology</b> is feasible to be utilised. In comparison with traditional concrete formwork building, 3D printed technology makes very complex shapes and structures possible with a significant reduction of cost, time and materials. This gives a unique quality as the singular materiality of concrete is maintained throughout the exterior and interior of the building. Ecologically sustainable mixing aggregates, such as clay, basalt, fibreglass, offer different colours and textures creating a most exciting architecture<span style="color:#453ccc">.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"> </p> ', 'program' => 'Parking,Office Area,Collection Storage,Education Area,Common Space,Complex Cultural Space,Circulation', 'location' => 'Seoul, Korea', 'area' => '196802', 'budget' => '48, 496 Million KRW (£30, 900,000 GBP)', 'consultants' => 'STU (Structure), Nec (M&E), IERI (Urban planning), GZA (Transport)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2021', 'image' => 'e1f2e4b37a475711343ba0aa8e026e6d.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Nikoloz Japaridze,Ilia Gamisonia,Simon Gatehouse,Eka Kankava,Stefan Nest', 'created' => '2021-06-29 16:23:38', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Archirost' ), (int) 23 => array( 'id' => '126', 'order' => '11', 'slug' => 'exporesidence', 'name' => 'Ex Residence', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '', 'program' => 'Apartments,Retail,Car Park,Roof Garden', 'location' => 'Tbilisi, Georgia', 'area' => '45300', 'budget' => '$60 mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2023', 'image' => '350ad30743370ae7967b13640d80ec26.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Ilia Gamisonia,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Zaal Siprashvili,Tamar Tekhova', 'created' => '2023-07-04 18:53:07', 'modified' => '2024-02-29 19:32:27', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Shandrokha' ) ) ) $projects = array( (int) 0 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '44', 'order' => '0', 'slug' => 'prosecutors-office', 'name' => 'Prosecutor’s Office', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention submitted a proposal as part of an invited competition for a new build to the north west of the city, just on the outskirts of the city centre and close to the Tbilisi Court building. The building was completed in February 2012. The brief was to create workspace for 60 members of staff, a substantial lobby and car parking. Work began in May 2011 and the building was completed in early 2012. The building consists of a stalwart, stark black frame that has luminous, delicate volumes suspended within it. 70% of the building is freestanding away from the sides and the ground creating an impression of ‘floating’ forms. The volumes make way for a passageway to one side of the building, creating a physical transparency of the building that is alluded to throughout the design.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The suspended volumes are staggered so that they create terraces and balconies. The interior intelligently uses glass to create a feeling of transparency and light, in contrast to the dark impenetrable framework. The ground floor serves as the main access area with security check in and lobby. </p> <p>The top floor is dedicated to the Prosecutor's office, a meeting room, canteen and veranda for use by staff. A sky park, or roof garden, is used for conferences and celebrations. In contrast to the openness of the front facing facade, the back of the building is smooth and functional with few windows. The choice of materials and the form have been chosen to reflect the function of the building.<br /> The stark geometry of the black frame represents the uncompromising nature of the legal system. Inside the building, a clustered, mirrored volume endlessly throws reflections: “The semantic message here is that the centre is unknowable purely because it is an endless reflection and ordering of the world around it”, says Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze. “The structure mirrors the brain; the glass exterior mimics the lobar matter which processes exterior realities, while the hypothalamus is the centre of the nervous system controlling temperature, hunger, thirst and fatigue”.</p> ', 'program' => 'Offices', 'location' => '8 Aghmashenebeli av. Tbilisi,Georgia ', 'area' => '1500', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Elita Burdji, Arctrade, Reynaers,', 'awards' => 'Commendation at Structural Awards 2012 in the UK; Chicago Athenaeum 2014; EUMiesAward 2017 Nominee;', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '60c89dcc33c6f663edd7f945331efe03.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_TPO.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:56:00', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '45', 'order' => '1', 'slug' => 'lazika-municipality', 'name' => 'Lazika Town Hall', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention, alongside engineers Engenuiti, designed a steel structured building as a part of the development of a new city on the Black Sea coast. The brief was to create a Public Service Hall, a Wedding Hall and Municipal Offices. Work on the project began at the end of January, 2012, and the building was completed in mid-September, 2012. The building was constructed in 168 days with a progressive drafting schedule.</p> <p>The architects explain that the building is a juxtaposition between a building and a sculpture. It is not divided into floors but is comprised of volumes each volume of the building can function separately from the other. Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze explains: ‘Lazika Town Hall is a rectilinear experiment in the vertical displacement of solid mass'. ‘This is a series of floating objects which should set the stage for this new city on the marshlands.</p> <p>---</p> <p><br /> The local architecture was historically stilt-supported so there is natural precedent here,’ says Japaridze. He cites Yona Friedman’s ‘floating city’ as the main correlation point for this project. The ambition of this project was to make a building as a sculpture made out of one material. The suspended volumes create public spaces, separated from each other, forming a monument, and saliently, a benchmark for the new architecture of new futuristic city. Our priority here was the void, not the mass we began with the empty space since this is a project of the future and there is no memory to which solid mass might refer.</p> <p> </p> <p>Instead of carving voidspace from a cube, we have done the reverse. It is a void with volumes inserted and each volume has a fragile connection to the others, via the void. For example, there is a red glass tube (the elevators) connecting the lower floors with the top cubic volume so the experience is of transition, as though through red lens. When you navigate the building, the voids are felt more than the solid forms it can be daunting at times. Paul Grimes, director of Engenuiti, describes the structure: ‘The structural frame is constructed from steel, utilizing a series of raking steel columns to produce the dramatic floated upper platform. Challenges include the seismic conditions and the sympathetic employment of local skills to achiev what will be an iconic statement of architectural ambition’.</p> <p> </p> <p>The foundation solution was for 80 piles 800mm diameter (has bbeen installed through rotary percussion methods)and up to 25m deep. Control of settlements due to organic layers and control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event were the main concerns. A key consideration in the design was the need to control costs where possible but also to use local materials and local labour so as to give the maximum benefit to the local economy. Normally this would push the design towards a structural concrete solution in Georgia. However the complexity of the project dictated that the project is best developed using a Structural Steel Framing Solution.</p> <p>The Site</p> <p>Lazika is a newly founded city on the Black Sea coast, located on previously uninhabited coastal wetlands. Lazika is located one mile to the south of the sea resort Anaklia and 3 miles south of Georgia's border with Abkhazia. The name 'Lazika' refers to the Graeco-Roman name for the region. The city’s existence was announced in December, 2011 by President Saakashvili, and established upon the completion of the Lazika municipality building in September 2012. The city remains in limbo with only one building, the municipality building, having been constructed. Currently, Lazika's future hangs in the balance, as the new government decides its course of action. The architecture of this particular area (Mengrelia West Georgia) reflects environmental considerations. The region has high level of humidity and dump soil, so local peoples traditionally built houses on stilts with no foundation to encourage ventilation from underneath and keep the structure dry. The site is almost at the existing mean sealevel and hence the client needed to be aware of the risks associated with anticipated global warming and subsequent sea level rises which could be in excess of 1m during the next century (based on climate modeling).The water table is between 1 and 1.5 m below ground level. Our main concerns included the control of settlement due to organic layers and the control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event. The Caucasus region, in which the site is located, is one of the most seismically active regions in the Alpine-Himalayan collision belt. This seismicity is driven on a global scale by the collision of the African and Arabian tectonic plates with the Eurasian plate. Based on our understanding of the regional geology it is valid to assume one of the worst ground conditions for seismic design Ground Profile E to EC8. The water table is between 1 to 1.5 m below ground level.</p> <p>Elevated Plinths</p> <p>The three volumes of this structure are all detached from the ground at different levels. Each of these three shapes are devoted to different functions. Each of these three volumes operates self-sufficiently and has its own entrance from the street but they are also interconnected. The volume on the ground level is designated as the main Public Services Hall, with easy access at street level. The second volume is dedicated for use as a wedding ceremony hall with direct access to a large terrace. The third volume floats 20m above the ground and contains office spaces. Only pillars and circulation points touch the ground. The perforated steel sheet cladding finishing of the facade of the top volume bring 50% transparency and lend a solid quality to the volume at the same time. The steel frame structure is integrated throughout all parts of the design and this frame is exposed to emphasise the building's technology and spirit of innovation. The top volume have the dimensions of 35mx35m, and its downward projection describes the contours of the building which is a parallelogram containing positive and negative space. A specific appearance was given to each functional volume the transparent (public hall), the semi-transparent (wedding hall), and the translucent (offices). The public hall has clear walls on all four sides. The wedding hall is a dynamic volume where floor, wall and ceiling utilises the same material and the curve they describe brings dynamics to the adjacent terrace which lies underneath the top volume. The top volume is an enclosed mass, concentrated on the activity of office work, but it too, gives precedence to the void at its centre.</p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall', 'location' => 'Lazika, Georgia ', 'area' => '2075', 'budget' => '$9 mil ', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi', 'awards' => 'Finalist Office Award OfficeNext2013 Moscow ', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '45c0cffd63e2b19bd924e0f5da35d4be.jpg', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Lazika.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 19:00:18', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '41', 'order' => '2', 'slug' => 'national-olympic-committee-house', 'name' => 'National Olympic Committee House', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'National Olympic Committee GEONOC', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>The practice was appointed by GEONOC to complete the restoration of the exterior, landscape design of surrounding gardens, museum design and office spaces for over 100 members of staff. The building is situated in the southern part of the city in the historical quarter rich in 18th century German, French and Italian architecture. The construction was completed at the end of 2011. The building was originally built in the 19th century as a private residence and has been used for government purposes since the 1960s. While the exterior maintains its classical attributes, the interior is strongly contemporary and demonstrates a definitive move away from the Soviet architecture of the past. </p> <p>---</p> <p>Architects of Invention worked on all elements of the interior, from the intriguing reception desk a standard rectangular table that is fissured with an arresting crevice that cuts deeply through the centre to the athletic track markings on the floor that guide visitors around the interactive displays for young visitors to the museum. Perhaps the most striking element of the scheme is the staircase that winds through the building’s four storeys, linking exhibitions spaces and offices. The architects had to reinforce the basement level to allow large openings in the walls of the upper storeys so that the staircase could penetrate the structure. The staircase is a steel frame with MDF panels and the frame, steps and handrails are finished with maple veneer. The seemingly endless twists and turns of the staircase refer to the limitless possibilities of human achievement.</p> <p>Architect Nikoloz Japaridze explains “This work represents the idea of dynamics in sport with the abstract compositions of the staircase and the reception table. The first object you encounter is the introverted desk with its never-ending fissure, and then you meet the extroverted staircase like the open path to Olympus, where the summit meets its own reflection, inferring that striving never ends, that there is no limit to human achievement”.<cut><cut><cut></cut></cut></cut></p> <cut></cut>', 'program' => 'Office', 'location' => '11 Machabeli street, Tbilisi, Georgia ', 'area' => '2300', 'budget' => '$1 mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => 'Best Office Award OfficeNext2012 Moscow', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '5d2b902537e6842161e07c59e2a1525c.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_NOCH.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:29:47', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '42', 'order' => '3', 'slug' => 'house-of-justice', 'name' => 'House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to submit a proposal by Georgia’s House of Justice. The brief included a design for a 1500m2 building to house 95 members of staff and a flow of 400 users a day, to serve Ozurgeti’s population of 15,000. Construction began in September 2011.<cut></cut><br /> </p> <p><cut>The Ministry building brings together a number of services - the Civil Registry Agency, National Agency of Public Registry, National Archives of Georgia, National Bureau of Enforcement and Notary Chamber - under one roof, creating a new blueprint for a government building. Inspired by a classical Greek form, the Ministry is fronted with regular columns, but, rather than a rendered façade, the columns support a canopy beneath which are two independent and contrasting glass volumes. The size of the Public Hall defines the first volume, which is rectangular and also contains office space.--- The second volume is oval and set apart from the rectangular block to accommodate a covered entrance and public walkway between the buildings, connecting the square to one of Ozurgeti’s major boulevards. Each form is double-storied and linked by an underground corridor. The exteriors and interiors are uniform white, adding to a sense of luminosity. The choice of 100% transparent low emission glass creates brightness inside the building. This building is contextual, with a clear relationship to the city and its surroundings. It invites public interaction and its presence modernises the square with its existing residential buildings, a former local art museum and a 400-seat theatre.</cut></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall,Offices,Wedding Hall', 'location' => 'Ioane Petritsi street, Ozurgeti, Georgia', 'area' => '1560', 'budget' => '$2.5 Mil', 'consultants' => 'Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi,', 'awards' => 'Best Project Award at Moscow Architecture Biennale 2012', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => 'a205a9d9d80daef54fc2e169f6d6c48e.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_OZ.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:41:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '120', 'order' => '10', 'slug' => 'NMKL', 'name' => 'National Museum of Korean Literature', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Korea', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The story is printed by us</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Just as ink revolutionised the written word, the printing press revolutionised book publication– 3D printing revolutionises architecture, how we build, with a view to innovation and sustainability. Cheaper, quicker, easier— sustainable. The importance of literary culture is promoted by bringing future technology and innovation – narrative and form combine, printed in an architectural gesture.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Hand drawing manifestation</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In re-establishing the primacy of hand-drawing and its original possibilities in the making of buildings, the 3D printing approach is more sensual than it first seems. A return to the rudimentary skills of a drawing using the printing tool makes art of buildings. The manifestation of a hand-drawing, printed to form a building opens amazing possibilities in the expression of cultural and expansive gestures within the built environment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The rational vs the irrational in architecture</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The comparison of a free-hand movement with controlled structural patterns highlights the contrast between 3D printed and traditional construction technology. Traditional concrete technology follows established methods, bound to the supply chain production rationalisation of manufacturing, which insisted upon technology based on the formwork dimension governed grid.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">3D technology eliminates this notion of the grid-based rationalisation systems by using ‘singular’ material and its bottom-to-top layering method. No more factory-based rationalised supply chain systems. Post-rationalisation collides with a rationalisation of the meaningless combination of elements confined to a sequence forming a conglomerate of an organism, while the organism is a singular motion, technique, material and a free form. No more container stacked rectangles. Shape does not matter, if the rational resonates with the desired outcome. The expression of thoughts, unconstrained by technology leads to a liberation of thought itself. Just as ink made it possible to record and translate thought, not only in the form of words as symbols, but also in the generation of stories. A story can be anything, a narrative, a multi-layered, polyphonic, flowing whole—why should architecture be constrained by building blocks, unable to fully express itself, always relying on a heavy industrial supply chain?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The singularity I’m referring to points to essential and ultimate ways of living. It is the creating of singular solutions for multiple functions, forms and purposes. It is difficult to reconcile architecture’s singularity with the awareness of its multiple conditions and consequences. There is a fragile boarder between the Post-humanistic scientific approach and more traditional humanism with the emphasis on the singular. Parametricism denies human input except for a methodologic matrix control. All parameters are pre-set in the given conditions of the place (sun, wind, climate, market conditions, programme) so human input is a monitoring stance, making choices in a random order, mostly based on the intuition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity focuses on architecture as a singular object - aesthetic, formal, self-contained and irreducible to the conditions from which it emerges or the effects it stimulates. Architecture is an isolation from determining multiplicities or programme, creating homogeneous unity in a homogenous space. Functions can no longer be differentiated but they are alienated into ephemeral hybridisation.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Challenge in the Principle is this: the post-humanistic (that is, robots) versus the human (that is, the individual/singular). Architecture can no longer be critical, because it depends on pre-determined, automatic choices of the parametric input matrix, which we, as a society, made possible by accepting the notion of progress via google, uber, amazon and grasshopper.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><strong><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The site is currently vacant. From three sides it has no surrounding roads. The access is restricted to 15.5m width from the North-West side, where the pavement changes its texture. The slope drops by 9m from South-East. The longest border is adjacent to the scheduled by 2022 development of the Arts Village residential area. The site area 13, 248 m2 with very narrow shape at the South-West corner.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Topography and Natural Environment</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Located at the west side of Bukhansan National Park and the boundary of Eunpyeong New Town, the site has an affluent natural environment where Bukhansan Mountain is on the east and Imalsan Mountain is on the northwest. The Neighborhood Park of Gijachon District 1 adjacent to the site was formed in 2014, with a gate ball court, fitness center, forest playground, outdoor stage, and others outdoor experience. Among the eight Bukhansan Dulle-gil courses that are stretched south and east of the site, Cloud Garden and the Eunpyeong trails are connected. The height difference between the 124m altitude of the pedestrian passage of the Arts Village and 133m altitude of the trail adjacent to Bukhansan Dulle-gil is about 9m.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Design overview</span></span></span></b></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The envisioned building for this museum is arranged on 3 levels, including basement. Its overall height above ground (building shape) is 25m. The building footprint is a prolonged trapezoidal form of 112,500m long by 75m at its shortest side. The total footprint area is 7,253.5 m2, which is about 55% of the site area. The building is situated in the middle of the plot creating front and back outdoor areas. The building volume is positioned at the lowest level of the site’s sloped landscape and its roof profile aligns with the landscape behind the building providing easy access to the roof garden. The entire roof-surface serves as an outdoor garden for leisure purposes with views towards the built-up area and mountain range. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The main entrance to the site, for both vehicles and pedestrians, is accessed at the North-West side, at the end of Yeonseo-ro within 15.5m access area. Pedestrian access is to the left towards the main entrance of the museum; vehicles enter on the right, towards the drop-off, the carpark entrance and the delivery point at the far end of the building. The main entrance to the building is organised at the front yard from the North, which is flattened as a result of a cut-out landscape.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">There are three levels to the building: The -1 floor has a double height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park; The ground floor includes the main entrance to the building, an administration office, a double-height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park. The +1 floor includes a museum and its supporting facilities, a museum shop, a cafeteria, a community hall, and education facilities. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Four stair & lift cores serve as the building circulation and maintenance. There is a goods-lift with direct access to the museum facility. The main entrance is a triple height space with reception, toilets, two stairs and lift core at the both ends. Large circular stairs give access to the first-floor museum area. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Architecture</span></span></span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> of the building is a collection of randomised shapes formed by vertical walls which meander through the building creating the building mass. The two lower floors are organised as back-of-house with regular flat slabs and columns, where the first floor is an arched space cut through the walls creating a large open space to encapsulate the main museum and community facilities. Transparent and translucent glass partitions segregate functional spaces where necessary. NMKL thus realises a space that symbolizes multi-dimensional enjoyment of Korean Literature.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In order to achieve this kind of architecture, <b>3D Concrete Printing Technology</b> is feasible to be utilised. In comparison with traditional concrete formwork building, 3D printed technology makes very complex shapes and structures possible with a significant reduction of cost, time and materials. This gives a unique quality as the singular materiality of concrete is maintained throughout the exterior and interior of the building. Ecologically sustainable mixing aggregates, such as clay, basalt, fibreglass, offer different colours and textures creating a most exciting architecture<span style="color:#453ccc">.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"> </p> ', 'program' => 'Parking,Office Area,Collection Storage,Education Area,Common Space,Complex Cultural Space,Circulation', 'location' => 'Seoul, Korea', 'area' => '196802', 'budget' => '48, 496 Million KRW (£30, 900,000 GBP)', 'consultants' => 'STU (Structure), Nec (M&E), IERI (Urban planning), GZA (Transport)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2021', 'image' => 'e1f2e4b37a475711343ba0aa8e026e6d.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Nikoloz Japaridze,Ilia Gamisonia,Simon Gatehouse,Eka Kankava,Stefan Nest', 'created' => '2021-06-29 16:23:38', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Archirost', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => 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Gamisonia,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Zaal Siprashvili,Tamar Tekhova', 'created' => '2023-07-04 18:53:07', 'modified' => '2024-02-29 19:32:27', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Shandrokha', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( 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style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Station "Prospect Marshal Zhukov"</span></span></b></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="vertical-align:middle"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:9.5pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black">Consortium of London-based practice <b>Architects of Invention (AI)</b> and <b>Nowadays</b> of Moscow has submitted a design proposal for Metro Station. 5 teams were shortlisted to enter an international competition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The station design is based on a consistent repetition of round sectors that make up the column that frame the platform. They combine an architectural element, engineering systems (ventilation) and a light source.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> Columns remind of various telescopic devices and products - antennas, mechanical "legs" of construction or space vehicles. It is a dedication to the mechanistic, retro-futuristic beauty of Moscow underground.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Blue, red and silver make up the palette of the project. The prevailing blue on the platform, combined with red, lends the space a sporty vitality. The soft silver light poured into the underground lobby creates a clean space in which it is equally pleasant to find yourself, both at the beginning and at the end of the path.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The entire design of the station is based on the repetition of a single element - a thin aluminum tube. From the walls of the underground vestibule along the escalators, it descends onto the columns of the platform and turns into a giant pipe of the underground station.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> All parts of the station are subject to a single color logic. Red accents accompany all parts of the station, from the outdoor pavilion to the platform. The outdoor pavilion is dominant blue with red accents; the lobby is an all-white and silver space with red accents; the station hall is a kind of culmination - an active combination of blue, red and white.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">46 identical columns create an impressive space united by a single technique. A row of columns reproduces the image of mechanical sliding legs that go down and merge with the white floor. The contact points of the elements are highlighted with red light. The color design is based on the gradual transition from dark blue to light silver-white, from top to bottom, which seems to dissolve the columns in space as they approach the floor.</span></span></span></span></span></div> ', 'program' => 'entrance pavilion,ticket hall,escalators,station hall & platform', 'location' => 'Prospect Zhukova, Moscow, Russia', 'area' => '700', 'budget' => '£4mil', 'consultants' => 'Yarko-Yarko', 'awards' => '3rd Prize Winner', 'year' => '2020', 'image' => '536601ce173f42dc127d3d61f24faa10.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'London AI team: Nikoloz Japaridze,Ruth Sullivan,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Giorgi Khetsuriani,Moscow Nowadays team: Natalia Mastalerz,Nata Tatunashvili,Alena Grandkina,Dina Khodunova', 'created' => '2020-10-14 13:20:46', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '0', 'photographer' => 'Archirost', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '65', 'order' => '22', 'slug' => 'nineelmsbridge', 'name' => 'Nine Elms Bridge', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Wandsworth Council', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>The Nine Elms - Pimlico Bridge: The Clip<br /> The new link between historic Pimlico and the cutting-edge development at Nine Elms should express the city’s ambitions for those neighbourhoods and for London as a whole.</p> <p>On the south side, a gateway that will define a modern development; on the north side, a seamless entrance to classic Pimlico and Victoria beyond. Over the river, two asymmetrical arches gracefully soar over a continuous loop a striking geometry that refers to London’s other bridges while reproducing none of them.</p> <p>Dedicated cycling lanes mean that The Clip will become a vital artery for commuters. The separate pedestrian paths and public realm frame new perspectives on the city making it a place to linger, meet friends and enjoy the view. The vertical arches and the horizontal loop frame vistas east and west towards the London Eye and the revitalised Battersea Power Station. Separation of the walkways results in a different viewing experience, through the loop at passing boats and out towards the city.</p> <p>The design is sensitive both to the white stucco-fronted Regency architecture of Pimlico, and also to the sculptural and innovative ideas of the new Nine Elms. The cycle lanes are accessible through ramps, while there are segregated ramps and lifts for pedestrian and disabled users. The landing points touch lightly on either side forming a safe and seamless transition for all users. With its unobstructed views and spacious walkways.The Clip will become an attraction for both Londoners and visitors.</p> <p>The Clip: Bringing Londoners Together</p> ', 'program' => 'pedestrian & cycle bridge', 'location' => 'London, UK', 'area' => '240', 'budget' => '£40 mil', 'consultants' => 'Hewson Consulting, Engenuiti, Edenvale Young, Hyland Edgar Driver, Lumieres Studio, Gardiner & Theobald, Savills', 'awards' => 'Shortlisted', 'year' => '2015-2017', 'image' => '7bf3c5c674b532b5855f765c5ee05c77.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Nine Elms Bridge.pdf', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2015-03-17 13:22:23', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '75', 'order' => '24', 'slug' => 'skijump', 'name' => 'Ski Jump K-75 Reconstruction', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>VOROB’EVI HILLS</p> <p>(in 1935-1999 — the Lenin Hills) one of the most beautiful places in Moscow. It is a high right bank of the Moscow River. Located opposite the Luzhniki Stadium, considered one of the "Seven Hills of Moscow." Neskuchny garden is adjacent to the site from the east. It is 80 meters high from the Moscow river.</p> <p>The landscape of mountains forms a self titled Vorob’evi Park, a part of which survived three ponds, as well as an array of broad-leaved forests. On Vorob’evi Hills offers the most extensive and picturesque panoramas of the capital.</p> <p>SKI JUMP</p> <p>In 1953 the ski Jump was erected on the hill, an illuminated ski slope with chairlift of 340 meters long.</p> <p>In early 2015, plans were announced to renovate and build a new ski jump and a cableway between the Vorob’evi hills and the stadium "Luzhniki", which would combine sightseeing, transportation and sports functions.</p> <p>---</p> <p>"A BEAM OF LIGHT"</p> <p>The proposed ski jump type K-75 is designed for training and demonstration jumps. The idea behind the scheme is allegorical representation of a "Beam of Light" as a symbol of speed and flight. Simple subversive rectangular supporting structure "case" of the ski jump creates an image of rigor and accuracy of the calculation of the flight and the competition and bent stuffing flexibility and a sense of freedom flight. The rectangular shape of its sculptural simplicity emphasizes the beauty of the landscape Vorob’evi Hills and the monumental complex of the university.<br /> It blends harmoniously into the environment without breaking but rather adding to its integrity.</p> <p>The supporting structure is fabricated from a metal truss which rests on a single point of contact with the hill that allows to build the upper part of the mast hopping without supports. Slope design allows 28 degrees to keep the structure on the same support and Macalloy rod systems which stretches from the foot of the ramp (see. Section)</p> <p>At the top mark of the ski jump is a preparatory platform for athletes and an observation deck with a bar for tourists. Inclined elevator hidden in the left side of the structure is used to transport athletes to the site, and the vertical lift, with capacity of 75 persons / hour on Kosygin Street, serves visitors to the observation deck.</p> ', 'program' => 'ski jump,ski school,viewing platform,restaurant', 'location' => 'Vorob'evil Hills, Moscow', 'area' => '4000', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '53fd22072af36f8e7840b66be27e2925.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava,Nikita Tsymbla', 'created' => '2017-02-10 15:52:44', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Andrey Narodnitskiy', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '108', 'order' => '26', 'slug' => 'mtskheta', 'name' => 'Mtskheta House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Justice of Georgia', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Mtskheta</strong> (Georgian: </span></span></span><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">მცხეთა</span></span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">)</span></span><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"> one of the oldest cities of the country of Georgia (in Kartli province of Eastern Georgia), established 1000 BC, is located approximately 20 kilometres north of Tbilisi at the confluence of the Aragvi and Kura rivers. The city (population 19,423 as of January 1, 2008) "Historical Monuments of Mtskheta" became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Mtskheta has great attraction of tourist because of Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and <strong>Jvari convent</strong>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-450 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Svetitskhoveli Cathedral </strong>(Georgian: , svet'icxovlis sak'atedro t'adzari; literally, "the Living Pillar Cathedral") is a Georgian Orthodox cathedral known as the burial site of Christ's mantle. It presently functions as the seat of the archbishop of Mtskheta and Tbilisi, who is at the same time Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia. Cathedral was built in the 11th century by the Georgian architect Arsukisdze.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The site</strong> is located in the centre of Mtskheta (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site has wild greenery not being used for a while. The size of the plot is 1000m2. The surrounding area morphology mostly consists of residential buildings. There is Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in about 300m from the site, establishing strong visual connection. There is a library and some sport facilities nearby. There is another signifi-cant visual link to the site - Jvari convent situated on top of the mountain the Right bank of mtkvari and overlooks Mtskheta.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The idea</strong> of the proposed building emerged based on a number of consider-ations: </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Primarily, the desire to establish visual and conceptual links to Svetitskhoveli </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">Cathedral and Jvari convent</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• A focus has been given to introducing an open space under a sole arched </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">roof. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Wedding hall is positioned in the middle of the building under the solid cone</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The cone composition represents - dynamics, solidity and distinguished </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">purpose of the building. Chamfered volumes reveal the space to the external viewer, thus emphasizing transparency and welcoming aura</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Introducing multi-arched space combines and synthesises programme </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">blending functions with easy flow</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">the use of land and budget.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project is single stage construction using concrete structure with </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">premade planking</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The building has simple programme distribution on 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New 25 km boulevard is passing in the front of the slope. The surrounding area is mostly recreational with hotels and a public square. There is an old 19 century navigation lighthouse on the site and is incorporated into the building. Back of building is open towards the square with 3D cinema, gallery, cafes and restaurants.</p> <p>Lighthouse 'Mys Burun Tabiya'</p> <p>Date unknown (early 1900s) (station established under Ottoman rule in 1863). Active; focal plane 20 m (66 ft); two red flashes every 6 s. 17 m (56 ft) octagonal masonry tower with lantern and gallery. Lighthouse painted white; lantern dome is dark metallic. Russia built a lighthouse here in 1883, replacing a smaller Turkish light. Located on the point of Mys (Cape) Burun Tabiya, which partly shelters the harbor of Batumi, about 1 km (0.6 mi) northwest of the harbor light. Site open, tower closed. Admiralty E5768; NGA 19324.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Elevated Landscape</strong></p> <p>The concept behind this building centres on the notion of an elevated landscape, an open public platform which acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the performance on the stage. However, the elevated landscape has one advantage over a ground-level plan, which is that it preserves the original land surface. The whole platform overlooks the sea and maintains access to the whole programme below.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The building is essentially a horizontal platform which was lifted to liberate the space below and then tilted to expose views to the sea and create an quasi amphitheatrical shape. The area of the site is equal to the total gained roof terrace area. So the roof acts like a facade and a platform at the same time. But it is also an extension of the boulevard. The platform is linked to the boulevard by a broad set of stairs, which are designed be actively used by the public for sitting and enjoying the views.</p> <p>This proposed landmark building is an elevated landscape with emphasis on preserving the horizontal qualities of the site. It interacts with the sea views as viewed from without and within.</p> <p>The slope incorporates a specially dedicated new office for the lighthouse and a protected zone from the deck. There is exclusive access for lighthouse employees. The lighting of the deck itself in the evening is minimal and arranged so that it doesn't interfere with the working of the lighthouse. An optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Programme</strong></p> <p>The top level includes a cafe and a stage with audience seating for 700 people. The stage is 20m x 20m which can accommodate a different range of musical performance from a 40 piece classical orchestra to jazz bands and rock groups. This stage is accompanied by an open air cafe, which has access from the ground floor with a lift. On the other side of the platform there is a lounge bar, which faces the lighthouse on one side and the other side overlooks the city square below. Underneath the platform is a 3D cinema for 100 people, an additional cafe and bar, various shops and a bicycle/roller-skate rental office. There are two different volumes that overhang the ground floor and these will contain the cafes. The ground floor and the top deck are interconnected by a ramp, a spiral staircase in the middle of the building and two lifts for the disabled. There is direct access from the ground floor to the boulevard.</p> <p><strong>Interaction</strong></p> <p>The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations:</p> <p>Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large gatherings of people assemble while keeping the stage as a temporary structure for the festival season. The building would be used for a variety of community needs during the year. The stage is a temporary structure which is kept folded in the front part of the uninhabitable part of the building.</p> <p>A focus has been given to introducing a raised slope platform, which has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter. </p> <p>Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an analysis of Music festivals, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p>The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double height spaces and a multi-purpose roof.</p> ', 'program' => '3D Cinema,The Stage,Cinema Cafe,Open Water Pool,Open Air Restaurant & Bar,Backstage,Lounge&Bar,Shops,The Lighthouse,The Lighthouse Office,Administration', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '3060', 'budget' => '10 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010-2012', 'image' => '36fb595f2f9415074d386619926caf36.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Slope.pdf', 'team' => '', 'created' => '2017-05-12 11:46:09', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 17 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 18 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 19 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 20 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 21 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 22 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 23 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 24 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 25 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 26 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 27 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '93', 'order' => '29', 'slug' => 'lucky', 'name' => 'Lucky Residential', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to design a mixed-use masterplan for a historic site in central Moscow. The name of the development ‘Lucky’ comes from the ‘Lakokraska’ Scientific Production Company, a paint and ‘lacquer’ factory that occupied the site under a series of different ownerships from the 1850s to the 1980s.</p> <p>The brief called for a predominantly residential scheme, renovating some of the remaining, listed, industrial brick buildings, whilst demolishing the remainder to create accommodation with community and service areas.</p> <p>The practice drew inspiration from the history of the site and its transformation from industrial to residential, responding with a metabolic structure that looks as though it could have ‘grown’ out of the site. Fritz Lang’s ‘Metropolis’ was an influence, with its idea of the past generating the future. The existing historic buildings provided a set of parameters from which AI generated modules that are adaptable in terms of size and their orientation towards the light. The result is a modular residential block of 1246 number of apartments, configured to benefit from light and flexible in terms of the space they offer.</p> ', 'program' => 'residential,office,car park,nursery,restaurant,gym,retail', 'location' => '2 Zvenigorodskaya str. 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The building uses every aspect of its construction for navigation and art exhibition. The roof slopes are pedestrian walkways and they form a sculpture park. (The gradients of sculpture park give many different observation angles for users to apprehend the sculptural work on display.) The views from these roof gradients onto the surrounding buildings and parkland also give the idea that this building is a piece of landscape itself.</p> <p>The Landscape Building expresses the notion of a seamless transition between urban spaces. Its white translucent appearance suggests a universal, timeless character with no obvious materiality. Its architectural elevation from the Potsdamer Str. perspective, has a rectangular shape. But as an observer circumnavigates the edifice, it changes its appearance and shape – in this way, it provides a particularly relativistic experience.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The LANDSCAPE BUILDING, poised between the structures that express qualities of the grid and the sculptural (the Nationalgalerie and the Opera), incorporates both of these qualities. The Landscape Building completes the architectural dialogue at the site.</p> <p>Urban Integration</p> <p>The main hall of the Landscape Building provides a direct connection between Scharounplatz and Sigismundstrasse through a central atrium. Likewise, visitors can ascend the ramp parallel and adjacent to Potsdamer Strasse and navigate the upper pathways of the museum, which trace a zig-zag shape, finally leading visitors down to the site of St. Matthaus Kirche.</p> <p>The Landscape Building’s ramps are designed for barrier free wheelchair access with 6% slope inclination. The highest level of the building platform is 12.1m above ground level, which is 1.3m lower than the Nationalgalerie. The Opera building is still visible from the Nationalgalerie over the top of Landscape building and indeed, the views from the rooftop pathways of Landscape Building maintain constant reference to all adjacent historical buildings.</p> <p>Space Concept</p> <p>The Landscape Building has a large, light filled temporary exhibition hall running through its core (15m wide, 12m high and 100m long). This space can contain large scale installations (on walls, on the ramp, above the submerged part of the ramp). The ramp leads down to the main exhibition spaces of the museum, which are located on the subterranean level.</p> <p>The building plan of access routes has the shape of a cross so that visitors and staff may easily navigate through the building. Equally, such a shape provides enhanced flow in the case of fire or emergency.</p> <p>The roof pathways are open air and the floor surfaces are composed of energy gathering systems that draw energy from motion such as footfall. There are also systems in place to collect rainwater for use in the building’s plumbing networks.</p> <p>Landscap Architectural Integration</p> <p>The top surfaces of this building are a mix of hardscape and landscape as low grade greenery is incorporated into these spaces. The building easily blends into the adjacent platz spaces where trees rise to meet these upper levels. Also, the series of sculptures that are on display along these roof pathways form their own landscape, they comprise a sculpture park. Otherwise, the integration provided by the ramps rising from street level provide a seamless integration with the surrounding topography.</p> ', 'program' => 'Exhibition,Visitor Service,Scientific Research,Depots,Restauration,Delivery,Administration', 'location' => 'Matthaikirchplatz, 10785 Berlin, Germany', 'area' => '28825', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => 'bb7bd62ce5f01832af0880fc78c776c2.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Simon Gatehouse,Nikoloz Japaridze,Giorgi Nishniandize,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Natasha randall,Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys', 'created' => '2017-02-10 16:10:25', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '88', 'order' => '34', 'slug' => 'national science and innovation centre of lithuania', 'name' => 'National Science and Innovation Centre of Lithuania', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Cityscape urban integration</p> <p>This proposed design for Science Island creates a marked but porous division between a newly created urban environment and existing parklands. In keeping with the Science Centre's emphasis on environmental matters, this design provides a natural barrier across the island to preserve the purity of the park. The orientation of the building allows for a fluency of movement via bridges the existing pedestrian bridge and a new southbank bridge connecting the island to the old town and expected future developments in South Kaunas. To minimise car traffic, we have kept the Science Centre as close to the Žalgiris Arena as possible. Since most visitors to Žalgiris Arena arrive in the evening from 20h, we propose that this existing car park be available to Science Centre visitors during its daytime opening hours. Deliveries will be restricted to the East side of the island. The building’s main principle is to divide the island into two parts the landscape and the hardscape.</p> <p>---</p> <p>Architectural quality</p> <p>The balancing building concept was conceived as a subtle intervention into the terrain, and acts as an abstract rectilinear sculptural object. It allows Science Centre curators to make use of both the paved, constructed side of the island and the natural side. The building acts to soften the bulky effect of the Arena structure, to integrate it more subtly into the island space. As a linear volume, the structure maximises possibilities for navigation and exhibition. As a feat of engineering, the balancing building captures the spirit of experiment, and reminds us of scientific apparatus.</p> <p>Interior quality of public spaces</p> <p>The public spaces of this building are singular open space volumes. The main entrance hall is arched with a spherical planetarium suspended overhead. The south hall is a double-height open space for large scale exhibition. The café is positioned with a view onto the old town, indeed the ends of the building are designed to be increasingly transparent to interact with the surrounding landscape. The varying quality of light, from its glass extremities through to the opaque central section of this steel structured building provide a range of illumination for curatorial consideration.</p> <p>Interior quality of galleries</p> <p>The gallery spaces in this balancing building are designed for maximum flexibility. That is, in their simple rectilinear expanses, they can be manipulated for a wide variety of curatorial configuration.</p> <p>Usability space planning and logistics</p> <p>The balancing building is 250 metres long and is at the structure’s mid point; the main entrance faces the plaza, and another entrance faces the park at Level 1. The central hall contains an information centre, cloakroom and shop. Circulation through the building is linear, allowing easy for navigation by visitors. There are four fire escape routes, located every 50 metres along the length of the building. There are dedicated staircase and lifts for staff, located to the side of the main entrance. The back of house functions are positioned in the hill, so deliveries are organised via the existing road behind the Arena.<br /> Structure<br /> The proposed architectural form demands a dramatic structural response so as to produce long-span cantilevers which appear to float without any structural support. The box element of the form is utilised on the two longitudinal sides by incorporating mega trusses which start to describe the form as a long spanning bridge. The transverse section is framed as a moment frame U section allowing the deflection of the section under wide to the sides to be controlled. All the key structural forms would not be possible without the use of a high strength material and in this case structural steel fabricated into relevant box sections and beams sections is the best response. The transverse steel beams are formed with cellular openings to allowing coordination of MEP services. The building is approximately 250m long and hence requires bridge bearings at the first internal support points so as to allow the building to expand and contract from the fixed central point. This makes the building monolithic and without movement joints in structure or fabric. Given the fluvial nature of the river deposits a piled system is proposed for foundation support so as to control settlements. A bored cost in situ concrete piling system is preferred so as to core through any larger stone deposits in the ground.</p> <p>Sustainability & Feasibility</p> <p>This building is constructed from pre-fabricated modular steel members, and as such it is a most efficient and labour saving structure to build. It can be made in a single phase construction, with its pre fabricated parts delivered directly to the site. Based on locality and project use the following sustainable proposals are to be explored: Low Level Air Distribution: maximises the use of 100% outside air; ideal comfort level for occupiers; low running cost and maintenance; River Water Cooling: utilises river to cool the building and eliminate air source cooling; Photovoltaic: electric power generation by integrated PV panels in the façade; LEED Certification: high efficiency lighting; day-light use; lighting control.</p> ', 'program' => 'front of house,Visitor Amenities,Temporary Galleries,Permanent Galleries,Event Spaces,Staff Spaces,Back of House,Plant Spaces', 'location' => 'Kaunas, Lithuania', 'area' => '13000', 'budget' => '$20mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti structure, HED Landscape, DSA engineering ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => '4f8ab71cfe7a587946de21f14d43c6a6.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys,Bathilde Hamonic,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,George Nishnianidze', 'created' => '2017-03-23 16:09:52', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '104', 'order' => '38', 'slug' => 'losbates-school', 'name' => 'New School Losbates', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'CCEA MOBA', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>Annotation</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall. To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium. To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.<br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street.</p> <p>---</p> <p><strong>Urbanism Description</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. As such, it respects both the semi-urban condition of the site – low height, individual houses - and the forest. The main school building is situated on the North-South axis to the site. It acts as a invitation both to forest and village interaction. It maximises the exposure to the sunlight by its orientation and its volumetric composition. The building elements step back from the main entrance towards the East creating a semi-public plaza in front of the school with the private sports and recreation area behind, towards the forest. The building element volumes also step down towards the South breaking up its bulk and mitigating its impact on the existing village houses. Thus, the lowest volume (one storey) is located on the edge of the village while the tallest volume (Gymnasium) is adjacent to the forest. The buildings rectilinear form creates a very distinct shape, which clearly identifies its function. The flats and the Art school are located in the same building in the South- West corner of the site, thus creating a ’gateway’ entry volume onto the site and acting as a transitional object between the village and the school.<br /> The existing pedestrian path to the forest remains as existing and is not obstructed in any way by the new building.</p> <p><strong>Traffic</strong><br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street. It is proposed as a one-way route with a drop-off and a bus stop next to the semi-public plaza. There are three car-parking zones proposed on the site for temporary and permanent parking. Car park 1 (31 cars) is located next to the Flats and the Art school; car park 2 (26 cars) is located on Soubezna Street closer to the main entrance to the building; and car park 3 (60 cars) is located on the northern edge of the site next to the forest and is partly hidden behind the Gymnasium. All three car parks have two disabled car parking spaces. Waste management and access to the track is organised via car park 3 at the far corner of the Gymnasium.</p> <p><strong>Architecture Description</strong><br /> The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it. The tallest volume is located on the edge of the forest and all other volumes step down towards the village in the following order – Gymnasium 9.6m; Secondary school 7.1m (on two levels); Main entrance lobby /Auditorium / Cafeteria 5.6m; Pre-pre and Primary school 4.1m (on one level). All four volumes are linked by means of a straight, 6m wide, circulation spine, which provides for generous circulation but also provides space for extra facilities and activities.</p> <p>The building facades are designed using singular modular system. Accoya type modified timber fins (ref www.accoya.com) are in-filled with timber panels and/or glass panels. The rhythmic order of the fins is disturbed here and there by exceptions at volume junctions, corners and structural elements. Façade depth creates intimacy and focus for the user. It is an inside-out oriented building. It is perceived as series of solid rectangles with intermittent glimpses of glass depending on the viewing angle. The North- South axis orientation of the building exposes the staggered facades towards the South and its stepped composition emphasises the morning sun on the sports and recreation area.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall.<br /> To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium.<br /> To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Structural Frame</strong><br /> The architectural proposals lend themselves to a solid timber frame solution or hybrid steel frame / solid timber solution. In the most technically advanced solution the frame would incorporate the proposed façade in load-bearing capacity.<br /> The use of glued-laminated and cross laminated timber (CLT) as key structural elements for walls and floors of education buildings has been well established in Europe over the past 10 years. The solid timber structure can be exposed for architectural expression and the speed of construction makes the system one of the most cost effective for education building in Europe.<br /> A hybrid structural solution including the use of steel frames and solid timber is also viable where longer spans are required.<br /> Depending on the ground conditions the most economic foundation solution is in situ reinforced concrete pads and strips. The timber structure being almost 40% lighter than concrete structures helps achieve this solution.<br /> A recent innovation in the use of exposed CLT is increased Thermal Mass to the soffits through the introduction of various thermal control materials. Using this new research allows for additional comfort cooling of classrooms.<br /> Solid timber (CLT) is easily sourced from several suppliers in Europe including Binder Holz and KLH in Austria. A number of these manufacturers use timber grown in the Czech Republic.</p> <p><strong>Facades</strong><br /> Accoya was selected due to its dimensional stability making it possible to achieve an elegant, slim structure having wide fixing points without risk of bending or warping. A traditional stick-system is used with Accoya timber fixed to the façade system. </p> <p>Operations and Functionality Description: 2x9 Classes<br /> Access – the main access to the building is organised form the West via a semi-public plaza at the front. School distribution is organised in such a way that all elements of the school can be operate independently.<br /> The circulation spine (6m wide) runs on the North-South axis of the building and connects all parts of school. The spine can be accessed form the main lobby and independently form the both North and South ends.<br /> The main entrance lobby is located in the central volume directly connected to the spine. Waiting area, Auditorium, Cafeteria and Kitchen are located in the central volume, allowing it to operate independently out of school hours.<br /> The Primary school is located on the right from the entrance and operates on one level. Pre-Prep is part of the Primary but can be accessed independently form the plaza drop-off. Pre-prep has its dedicated internal secure courtyard, which also has direct access to the main school playgrounds.<br /> The Secondary school is located on the left of the entrance and operates on two levels. Its main staircase is adjacent to the spine, which can be also used for sitting, gathering and exhibition activities.<br /> The waste management store is located next to the cafeteria kitchen.<br /> Access to the Gymnasium is both form the main circulation spine for school users, but also directly from the public plaza for community users out of school hours.</p> <p><strong>Future Operations and Functionality Description: 3x9 Classes</strong><br /> The building expansion is organised in such a way that it does not compromise the architectural and operational integrity of the building.<br /> The buildings volumes are deigned to allow for the required expansion towards the East:<br /> The Secondary school expands on the first floor level, creating an outdoor covered space below, which can be used as a recreation veranda.<br /> The Primary school expands on the ground floor towards the East by 9m.<br /> The Cafeteria can be expanded towards the East and island kitchen expands retaining its service capabilities and architectural feature.</p> <p>This expansion strategy ensures that the main West-facing elevation, the overall building heights and the main circulation spine are not compromised in any way.</p> <p><strong>Environmental Concept</strong></p> <p>The weather conditions in Prague are not much different from London so we followed some of the principals we applied at Eton College. Eton College had similar requirement from their fundraisers.</p> <p>What we are proposing is a ground source heat pump system that will provide heating to the school during winter. In the summer that can be reversed so cooling can also be provided to certain areas like the auditorium, gymnasium, hub rooms, etc. Having a buried insulated water tank will allow the contribution of other renewable energy sources like evaporative cooling through the use of a water fountain and rain water harvesting for top up. The low night time temperatures in the summer in Prague are ideal for the use of this system – all you need is a water fountain which will effectively provide cooling to hub rooms, etc. and it will also be a good story for the students. Rainwater harvesting will be also used for irrigation and grey water. PV panels will provide power supply to the pumps.</p> <p>With regards to the auditorium, such spaces are better served both in terms of energy use and comfort by displacement ventilation (i.e. 18⁰ C supply air temperature). This will allow the use of 100% outside air (i.e. no refrigeration). The classrooms will be also served by natural ventilation.</p> ', 'program' => 'Pre-Prep,Primary,Secondary,Gymnasium,Auditorium,Art School,Cafeteria,Flats', 'location' => 'Losbates, Prague, Czech Republic', 'area' => '6323', 'budget' => 'EUR 6 mil', 'consultants' => 'DSA Engineering, Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2018', 'image' => '269250488dcdb1f456b2be5080f7ad77.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Elena Cruz Alcami,Nikoloz Japaride,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-20 14:38:54', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => 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eastern Black Sea coast in the region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti in the west of the country. Built near the site of the ancient Greek colony of Phasis, the city has become a major port city and industrial centre since the early 20th century, exporting Georgia's manganese and coal. It is also home to a main naval base and the headquarters of the Georgian navy. Poti port area is planned to become a free economic zone within the framework of a Georgian-United Arab Emirates project inaugurated in April 2008. </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The city lies at an altitude of two meters above sea level. The city's climate is humid subtropical with mild and warm winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 14.1 °C; 2 °C in January, and 22.9 °C in July. Rainfall is abundant and reaches 1,960 mm per annum.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The site</span></span></b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black"> is located in the centre of Poti on the Twelve Apostles semi-circle square filling up one of the missing gaps in the building chain of the envelope. The site is 50m wide and 80m long with short side facing the square. The surrounding area is mostly residential represented by two to four storied buildings. The Neo-Byzantine cathedral, constructed in 1906-7 is situated in the middle of the square which acts as the main focal points of radially surrounding streets. There is large theatre hall on one and new Radisson hotel on the other are being constructed adjacent to the site.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">'Rolling Stones'</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">Two dynamic objects are rolling backwards from the platform acting as dynamic forces scattering towards the square. Each of this two shapes are equal in it's form but differ in scale. By rotating each of them we introduce two completely different objects in two different states of movement. An open inclined platform acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the Twelve Apostles Square and the Cathedral. The elevated landscape acts like the sea washing of the sides of the objects creating open and enclosed courtyards within the platform. Oxidised cooper finished facades bring large amount of colour and distinguishes solid state of these 'two' objects.</span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">Programme</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The ground floor level conceits of main offices of The House of Justice including:- Prosecutor's Office- Civil Registration Agency- National Registration Agency- Energetics Office- Hall For Wedding Registration Ceremony- Main Operation Hall. The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">use the platform as a park. The enclosed part of the building would be used for a needs of House of Justice - the open platform would be used of community needs.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• A focus has been given to introducing a raised-slope platform, which has different purposes </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">throughout the year - a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Two random shaped objects represent - dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building, </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">though green colouring represent - calmness and trust.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpLast"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double-height spaces and a multipurpose roof.</span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Office,CRA/NBE/NAPR,Energetics Office,Wedding Hall,Prosecutor's Office', 'location' => 'Poti, Georgia', 'area' => '1620', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '1a84293392db8a7723185884cd99b63a.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Nika Maisuradze,Devi Kituashvili,Vano KSnelashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-21 10:47:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 17 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '55', 'order' => '42', 'slug' => 'cinema', 'name' => 'Modular Cinema', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'program' => 'cinema,cafeteria', 'location' => '', 'area' => '1600', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2014', 'image' => '28352c5056baadd9165dd9b6073f7955.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_CINEMA.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2014-03-28 16:46:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 18 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '64', 'order' => '52', 'slug' => 'origami highline', 'name' => 'Origami Highline', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Providencia, Santiago, Chile', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>The Site</strong></p> <p>The northern end of the Balmaceda park is obstructed by a traffic route, Huelen street, connecting Avenida Providencia and Avenida Andre Bello. Due to its short length and the heavy traffic of Huelen street, there is little possibility of submerging the road underground or having it pass overhead as a bridge. These length and weight considerations are the main obstacle to directly connecting the park and the territory in front of Tajamar Towers.</p> <cut> <p>The other important restriction here is the ground-level car park in close proximity to the Mapocho River, a river which includes underground waters running close to the site. The presence of these waters will make excavation difficult and expensive. Moreover one level of underground car park will only have capacity for the current number of cars, which arguably makes the underground idea redundant. So, the car park will remain at the same level but will be recombined into the new landscape design.</p> --- <p><strong>Origami</strong></p> <p>Origami is an ancient art of Japan. It is a creative method of folding paper to develop beautiful structures. Japanese origami structures feature chiseled cones achieved by making multiple folds and layers out of a single paper. The resultants are beautiful shapes and forms resembling animals shapes like boar head, birds, etc., objects like ink bottles, air crafts and other objects.</p> <p><strong>Concept – Origami Highline</strong></p> <p>The planting of 200 Sakura trees inspired the idea of completing the park with an origami-style structure. The interplay between the delicate and frizzy trees and the subtle but rigid Origami highline makes an appealing and graceful contrast. The abundance of cherry blossoms in the late spring is always highly appealing to park-users and the highline will provide a pleasing experience of the blossoms from a higher perspective. As a raised leisure area and connection bridge, Origami highline opens Balmaceda park in vertical and diagonal directions, resonating with Tajamar Towers, and bringing the territory into one whole. By folding a conical red plane three times, the flat form becomes a functional object. There are three main features of the object:</p> <ul> <li>As a bridge connection of Tajamar Towers to the park;</li> <li>As a slope on which public entertainment will take place, providing a seating area for open-air concerts, skateboarding and a viewing area from which to view the park, the Mapocho River and fountains;</li> <li>As a ‘highline’ (like in New York City), a raised space with benches and other street furniture that acts like a first-floor-level park.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Landscape</strong></p> <p>The landscape in front of the towers will be designed by mixing hardscape and softscape, blending Sakura trees through organised pedestrian paths. Sakura trees will also be integrated into the car park area. Huelin street will be paved with modern, flat cobblestones. There will be no level difference between the pavement and footpath so the park and the landscape will have a seamless flow for pedestrians. There will be illuminated safety bollards alongside the road.</p> <p><strong>Lighting</strong></p> <p>There will be solar-powered LED lighting integrated into the landscape. Every Sakura tree will be lit from below. The bridge itself will be lit from below following the supporting legs and a red LED strip light will follow the recessed edges. At night the Sakura trees will be illuminated, and a red-light zig-zag will hover above ground as it follows the Origami highline.</p> <p><strong>Structural Philosophy</strong></p> <p>The proposed structural form is a response to a natural curves formed in the crust of the earth. Timber is used as a natural material but in a form that is easy and fast to assemble on site and simple to dismantle.</p> <p>The key component is the use of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) panel technology that is produced in significant quantities in Chile. The panels are produced and transported in sizes up to 3m x 18m and is a revolutionary use of timber as it is as strong as concrete but a fifth of the weight.</p> <p>The decking structure is formed from CLT panels cut to shape and laid on glu)laminated roof truss beams that are spaced at 6m centres. The main display wall is a solid CLT panel system that provides the key stability for the structure. CLT is registered for seismic design in Latin America.</p> </cut>', 'program' => 'Highline', 'location' => 'Santiago, Chile', 'area' => '12', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => 'Archiplan (Chile)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => 'a61df6b340aeec4e684b68bd9dd1ff44.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Providencia.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Dominykas Daunis,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2015-01-28 17:46:41', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 19 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '117', 'order' => '54', 'slug' => 'batumi-campus', 'name' => 'Batumi Campus', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Batumi City Hall', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="CxSpFirst" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The site is located adjacent to Batumi University and serves as one of the focal points along the boulevard. The surrounding area is mostly residential with hotels and public recreational zones like Park 26 May and lake Nuri. The site is overlooking the courtyard and opens views along the cost. There is a university building adjacent to the site and which heighten activity in the area. New Radisson hotel from the north-west is the main visual marker in relation to the building.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">“The Knowledge Hole”</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The concept behind this building is the idea of “The Knowledge Hole” as a public space which acts like viewing platform overlooking the city. However, the building is positioned as a wall, the hole becomes main focal points connecting two sides of the site.</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The building is formed as a single volume. The programme is distributed in staggering of each component on top of each other. Building is divided in two parts by corridor and two service-cores in both ends of 50 m long corridor. The hole intersects the corridor with</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">Programme</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The density and mixture of programme of the proposed building has emerged based on a number of considerations:</span></span> </span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• Primarily, the desire to bring different aspects of urban life</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">to a residential area. In other words, to provide open elevated platforms for enjoying panoramic views of the city</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• A focus has been given to introducing mixed-programme platforms on different levels of the building. There are no existing viewing platforms for public use in the old city area. The inclusion of elevated platforms in the building will define</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">its uniqueness and importance in Batumi</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• The programme mixture has been driven by a comprehensive feasibility study and market assessment in which various asset classes were analysed. The relative opportunities for each component of programme resulted in an optimal development mix to meet possible public needs</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• 27 levels of building programme have been introduced to maximise the use of land and budget</span></span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Education,Sport,Terrace - park,Common Features,Administration,Mechanical,Service,Lobby,Parking', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '21060', 'budget' => '$40mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010', 'image' => 'a11d592eb8c9efe45ab288caf1d84930.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Batumi Campus.pdf', 'team' => 'Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2020-07-17 13:21:35', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 20 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '56', 'order' => '59', 'slug' => 'hloubetin', 'name' => 'Hloubetin Community Centre, Prague District 14', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Prague ', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Site<br /> The community centre and library in Hloubetin is positioned at the edge of the historic gardens of a castle and St. Georges church. The castle is surrounded by a containing wall and there is a gap in the wall which coincides with the plot of the community centre.</p> <p>Concept<br /> This structure represents the idea of the gate, encapsulating the spirit of community and integration. It speaks to the ‘within and without’ nature of the historic wall by positively embodying the concept of connection: between society, culture and garden. The emphasis on permeability in this design means street and garden are given to each other. Likewise, the building itself opens in various ways onto the garden allowing for a variety of architectural formulations for public events.</p> --- <p><br /> Urban strategy<br /> Historically, the church and the castle formed the centre of Hloubetin. A wise approach to upgrading the townscape must include developing and restoring the centre to attract visitors and create a community hub. By re-emphasising the historical centre indeed the whole area could be pedestrianized this creates a platform, both literally and metaphorically where a market place, restaurants, cafes, an organised car park, local shops can be properly sited. This proposed pedestrianized zone places Hloubetin exactly within the European tradition of the central square.</p> <p>Planning & Interior<br /> The building addresses its historical setting and forms a gate for modern life. Each of the spaces open onto the street and lead to the garden. The public café acts as a main entrance and a lobby, which gives directly onto the street.<br /> The internal lines of the structure speak to the wall itself, texturally suggesting extrapolation of the historic wall. The walls act like objects themselves in their functions as bookshelves, stairs, coffee bar, etc. They are configured as displaced parts of the ‘castle wall’ creating divisions in the programme a multifunction hall & community hall; a library; a and a public cafeteria. Each part of the programme is interconnected through ramps and stairs. The dividing volumes are designed as modular timber structures as ‘walls’ which contain various service components such as a book depository & drop off point; a bar; a cloak room; stairs; ramps; picture display; internet access screens; and chair storage. The basement level is dedicated to library depository, technical rooms, kitchen, public toilets and staff changing rooms, with two exit staircases.<br /> The 1st level is dedicated to quiet reading rooms, libraries, offices and a communication bridge. The walls and ground floor levels are adjusted to the landscape levels allowing seamless flow of public from the street to the garden. Glass doors surrounding the building on the ground level open to the garden and to the street allowing free flow of public in and out. The resulting interior is clean lined, light filled and neutral, and will form a simple but functional backdrop to the colour provided by books and day to day activities of the community members.</p> <p>Materials<br /> The structural elements of the object-walls, the facades and the roof are made out of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) grid 60x60x30cm. The basement slab is laid from reinforced concrete, the walls are made of foundation blocks. The ground floor slab is made of deck boards upon glue lam beams. The object-walls are composed with the technique of modular blocking used for shelving. The surfaces in between the shelves, vertically and horizontally, are filled with 25mm four layer polycarbonate colour sheets. Polycarbonate sheets provide good acoustic insulation and thermal control, which is useful when using the building in separate parts. The façade ground level is glazed, and first level and the roof a</p> ', 'program' => 'Library,community centre,cafe', 'location' => 'Prague, Czech Republic', 'area' => '1550', 'budget' => '1m. 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A 17m long Stella indicates the main entrance to the pavilion from the main pedestrian artery of the exhibition, and continues into the field roof. The inside of the walls and ceiling of the pavilion is designed as an interactive screen with constantly changing images. The dynamic architecture of the pavilion emphasises the continuous link between technology and nature.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The proposed concept is an example of so called 'quantum' architecture, since the roof and the wall comprise single form, where the natural and the technological complement each other. Such an approach fits well into the latest trends of modern architecture, and puts the Russian Pavilion on an equal footing among other national pavilions, combining depth of analysis and contemporary design.</p> ', 'program' => '- Exhibition,Event Hall,Stage', 'location' => 'Plot No. 45 Expo Milan', 'area' => '3000', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Structural Engineers - Engenuiti ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '577a56e9d22e6c9d7374509d78d294ea.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_EXPO2015.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Yakim Milev,Sabrina Moreale,Buster Ronngren,Ksenia Zizina', 'created' => '2013-12-13 10:02:07', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 22 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '38', 'order' => '62', 'slug' => 'mushtaidi-development', 'name' => 'Mushtaidi Development', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Tbilisi is he largest city and the capital of Georgia, lying on the banks of Mtkvari River. Located in the South Caucasus at 41° 43' North Lat. and 44° 47' East Long. The city was founded in the 5th century by Vakhtang Gorgasali, the Georgian King of Iberia. The city has more than 100 different ethnic groups. Tbilisi has been historically known for religious tolerance. This is especially evident in the city's Old Town, where a mosque, synagogue, and Eastern and Oriental Orthodox churches can all be found within less than 500 metres (1,600 ft) from each other. The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-770 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The Site The site is located in the centre of Tbilisi (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site is an abandoned open air (non-standard) football pitch and wild greenery not being used for more than 15 years. The size of the plot is 23.600m2. The surrounding area morphology varies there is Mushtaidi Gardens from one side and the bier brewery from the other adjacent to the site. There is a residential area with the library and some sport facilities nearby. B. Paitchadze UEFA standard stadium with maximum capacity 80.000 people is located in about 200m from the site. This stadium is main counterpoint to the development with its size and height. Eight lane embankment is about 6m below the Mushtaidi gerdens supported by the concrete wall. This level difference gives good conditions for phasing of development of the plot. The site is encircled by the First Children's railway constructed 1935 (see below). This project conciders renovation of the railway with new mini stations integrated into the development. Programme The building has complex programme distribution on different levels starting from the below: Office Lobby, Supermarket, Storages, Technical, Swimming Pool, Cafes & Restaurants, Retail Offices (upper deck) The Deck IMAX 3d Cinema Ellipse Residential Towers The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can use the site as a continuation of Mushtaidi park. Underneath the deck-platform would be used for hanging cafes & restaurants. There is the direct access to the IMAX 3D cinema ellipse from the park. A focus has been given to introducing a raised deck-platform, to liberate the land and connect directly to the garden. The deck platform has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a ice skating in winter. The deck platform will be divided into residential and public areas. IMAX cinema is positioned in the middle of the development thus connecting all functions of the building becoming a centre of composition and the programme. The twin towers 160m tall represent dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building. These towers will be the tallest towers in the city. Introducing the deck-platform as the main interactionpoint of the programme was derived from an analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the deck platform making the deck-platform an open connection zone through the retail. The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. 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just on the outskirts of the city centre and close to the Tbilisi Court building. The building was completed in February 2012. The brief was to create workspace for 60 members of staff, a substantial lobby and car parking. Work began in May 2011 and the building was completed in early 2012. The building consists of a stalwart, stark black frame that has luminous, delicate volumes suspended within it. 70% of the building is freestanding away from the sides and the ground creating an impression of ‘floating’ forms. The volumes make way for a passageway to one side of the building, creating a physical transparency of the building that is alluded to throughout the design.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The suspended volumes are staggered so that they create terraces and balconies. The interior intelligently uses glass to create a feeling of transparency and light, in contrast to the dark impenetrable framework. The ground floor serves as the main access area with security check in and lobby. </p> <p>The top floor is dedicated to the Prosecutor's office, a meeting room, canteen and veranda for use by staff. A sky park, or roof garden, is used for conferences and celebrations. In contrast to the openness of the front facing facade, the back of the building is smooth and functional with few windows. The choice of materials and the form have been chosen to reflect the function of the building.<br /> The stark geometry of the black frame represents the uncompromising nature of the legal system. Inside the building, a clustered, mirrored volume endlessly throws reflections: “The semantic message here is that the centre is unknowable purely because it is an endless reflection and ordering of the world around it”, says Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze. “The structure mirrors the brain; the glass exterior mimics the lobar matter which processes exterior realities, while the hypothalamus is the centre of the nervous system controlling temperature, hunger, thirst and fatigue”.</p> ', 'program' => 'Offices', 'location' => '8 Aghmashenebeli av. Tbilisi,Georgia ', 'area' => '1500', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Elita Burdji, Arctrade, Reynaers,', 'awards' => 'Commendation at Structural Awards 2012 in the UK; Chicago Athenaeum 2014; EUMiesAward 2017 Nominee;', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '60c89dcc33c6f663edd7f945331efe03.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_TPO.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:56:00', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '45', 'order' => '1', 'slug' => 'lazika-municipality', 'name' => 'Lazika Town Hall', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention, alongside engineers Engenuiti, designed a steel structured building as a part of the development of a new city on the Black Sea coast. The brief was to create a Public Service Hall, a Wedding Hall and Municipal Offices. Work on the project began at the end of January, 2012, and the building was completed in mid-September, 2012. The building was constructed in 168 days with a progressive drafting schedule.</p> <p>The architects explain that the building is a juxtaposition between a building and a sculpture. It is not divided into floors but is comprised of volumes each volume of the building can function separately from the other. Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze explains: ‘Lazika Town Hall is a rectilinear experiment in the vertical displacement of solid mass'. ‘This is a series of floating objects which should set the stage for this new city on the marshlands.</p> <p>---</p> <p><br /> The local architecture was historically stilt-supported so there is natural precedent here,’ says Japaridze. He cites Yona Friedman’s ‘floating city’ as the main correlation point for this project. The ambition of this project was to make a building as a sculpture made out of one material. The suspended volumes create public spaces, separated from each other, forming a monument, and saliently, a benchmark for the new architecture of new futuristic city. Our priority here was the void, not the mass we began with the empty space since this is a project of the future and there is no memory to which solid mass might refer.</p> <p> </p> <p>Instead of carving voidspace from a cube, we have done the reverse. It is a void with volumes inserted and each volume has a fragile connection to the others, via the void. For example, there is a red glass tube (the elevators) connecting the lower floors with the top cubic volume so the experience is of transition, as though through red lens. When you navigate the building, the voids are felt more than the solid forms it can be daunting at times. Paul Grimes, director of Engenuiti, describes the structure: ‘The structural frame is constructed from steel, utilizing a series of raking steel columns to produce the dramatic floated upper platform. Challenges include the seismic conditions and the sympathetic employment of local skills to achiev what will be an iconic statement of architectural ambition’.</p> <p> </p> <p>The foundation solution was for 80 piles 800mm diameter (has bbeen installed through rotary percussion methods)and up to 25m deep. Control of settlements due to organic layers and control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event were the main concerns. A key consideration in the design was the need to control costs where possible but also to use local materials and local labour so as to give the maximum benefit to the local economy. Normally this would push the design towards a structural concrete solution in Georgia. However the complexity of the project dictated that the project is best developed using a Structural Steel Framing Solution.</p> <p>The Site</p> <p>Lazika is a newly founded city on the Black Sea coast, located on previously uninhabited coastal wetlands. Lazika is located one mile to the south of the sea resort Anaklia and 3 miles south of Georgia's border with Abkhazia. The name 'Lazika' refers to the Graeco-Roman name for the region. The city’s existence was announced in December, 2011 by President Saakashvili, and established upon the completion of the Lazika municipality building in September 2012. The city remains in limbo with only one building, the municipality building, having been constructed. Currently, Lazika's future hangs in the balance, as the new government decides its course of action. The architecture of this particular area (Mengrelia West Georgia) reflects environmental considerations. The region has high level of humidity and dump soil, so local peoples traditionally built houses on stilts with no foundation to encourage ventilation from underneath and keep the structure dry. The site is almost at the existing mean sealevel and hence the client needed to be aware of the risks associated with anticipated global warming and subsequent sea level rises which could be in excess of 1m during the next century (based on climate modeling).The water table is between 1 and 1.5 m below ground level. Our main concerns included the control of settlement due to organic layers and the control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event. The Caucasus region, in which the site is located, is one of the most seismically active regions in the Alpine-Himalayan collision belt. This seismicity is driven on a global scale by the collision of the African and Arabian tectonic plates with the Eurasian plate. Based on our understanding of the regional geology it is valid to assume one of the worst ground conditions for seismic design Ground Profile E to EC8. The water table is between 1 to 1.5 m below ground level.</p> <p>Elevated Plinths</p> <p>The three volumes of this structure are all detached from the ground at different levels. Each of these three shapes are devoted to different functions. Each of these three volumes operates self-sufficiently and has its own entrance from the street but they are also interconnected. The volume on the ground level is designated as the main Public Services Hall, with easy access at street level. The second volume is dedicated for use as a wedding ceremony hall with direct access to a large terrace. The third volume floats 20m above the ground and contains office spaces. Only pillars and circulation points touch the ground. The perforated steel sheet cladding finishing of the facade of the top volume bring 50% transparency and lend a solid quality to the volume at the same time. The steel frame structure is integrated throughout all parts of the design and this frame is exposed to emphasise the building's technology and spirit of innovation. The top volume have the dimensions of 35mx35m, and its downward projection describes the contours of the building which is a parallelogram containing positive and negative space. A specific appearance was given to each functional volume the transparent (public hall), the semi-transparent (wedding hall), and the translucent (offices). The public hall has clear walls on all four sides. The wedding hall is a dynamic volume where floor, wall and ceiling utilises the same material and the curve they describe brings dynamics to the adjacent terrace which lies underneath the top volume. The top volume is an enclosed mass, concentrated on the activity of office work, but it too, gives precedence to the void at its centre.</p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall', 'location' => 'Lazika, Georgia ', 'area' => '2075', 'budget' => '$9 mil ', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi', 'awards' => 'Finalist Office Award OfficeNext2013 Moscow ', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '45c0cffd63e2b19bd924e0f5da35d4be.jpg', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Lazika.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 19:00:18', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '41', 'order' => '2', 'slug' => 'national-olympic-committee-house', 'name' => 'National Olympic Committee House', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'National Olympic Committee GEONOC', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>The practice was appointed by GEONOC to complete the restoration of the exterior, landscape design of surrounding gardens, museum design and office spaces for over 100 members of staff. The building is situated in the southern part of the city in the historical quarter rich in 18th century German, French and Italian architecture. The construction was completed at the end of 2011. The building was originally built in the 19th century as a private residence and has been used for government purposes since the 1960s. While the exterior maintains its classical attributes, the interior is strongly contemporary and demonstrates a definitive move away from the Soviet architecture of the past. </p> <p>---</p> <p>Architects of Invention worked on all elements of the interior, from the intriguing reception desk a standard rectangular table that is fissured with an arresting crevice that cuts deeply through the centre to the athletic track markings on the floor that guide visitors around the interactive displays for young visitors to the museum. Perhaps the most striking element of the scheme is the staircase that winds through the building’s four storeys, linking exhibitions spaces and offices. The architects had to reinforce the basement level to allow large openings in the walls of the upper storeys so that the staircase could penetrate the structure. The staircase is a steel frame with MDF panels and the frame, steps and handrails are finished with maple veneer. The seemingly endless twists and turns of the staircase refer to the limitless possibilities of human achievement.</p> <p>Architect Nikoloz Japaridze explains “This work represents the idea of dynamics in sport with the abstract compositions of the staircase and the reception table. The first object you encounter is the introverted desk with its never-ending fissure, and then you meet the extroverted staircase like the open path to Olympus, where the summit meets its own reflection, inferring that striving never ends, that there is no limit to human achievement”.<cut><cut><cut></cut></cut></cut></p> <cut></cut>', 'program' => 'Office', 'location' => '11 Machabeli street, Tbilisi, Georgia ', 'area' => '2300', 'budget' => '$1 mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => 'Best Office Award OfficeNext2012 Moscow', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '5d2b902537e6842161e07c59e2a1525c.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_NOCH.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:29:47', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '42', 'order' => '3', 'slug' => 'house-of-justice', 'name' => 'House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to submit a proposal by Georgia’s House of Justice. The brief included a design for a 1500m2 building to house 95 members of staff and a flow of 400 users a day, to serve Ozurgeti’s population of 15,000. Construction began in September 2011.<cut></cut><br /> </p> <p><cut>The Ministry building brings together a number of services - the Civil Registry Agency, National Agency of Public Registry, National Archives of Georgia, National Bureau of Enforcement and Notary Chamber - under one roof, creating a new blueprint for a government building. Inspired by a classical Greek form, the Ministry is fronted with regular columns, but, rather than a rendered façade, the columns support a canopy beneath which are two independent and contrasting glass volumes. The size of the Public Hall defines the first volume, which is rectangular and also contains office space.--- The second volume is oval and set apart from the rectangular block to accommodate a covered entrance and public walkway between the buildings, connecting the square to one of Ozurgeti’s major boulevards. Each form is double-storied and linked by an underground corridor. The exteriors and interiors are uniform white, adding to a sense of luminosity. The choice of 100% transparent low emission glass creates brightness inside the building. This building is contextual, with a clear relationship to the city and its surroundings. It invites public interaction and its presence modernises the square with its existing residential buildings, a former local art museum and a 400-seat theatre.</cut></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall,Offices,Wedding Hall', 'location' => 'Ioane Petritsi street, Ozurgeti, Georgia', 'area' => '1560', 'budget' => '$2.5 Mil', 'consultants' => 'Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi,', 'awards' => 'Best Project Award at Moscow Architecture Biennale 2012', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => 'a205a9d9d80daef54fc2e169f6d6c48e.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_OZ.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:41:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '120', 'order' => '10', 'slug' => 'NMKL', 'name' => 'National Museum of Korean Literature', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Korea', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The story is printed by us</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Just as ink revolutionised the written word, the printing press revolutionised book publication– 3D printing revolutionises architecture, how we build, with a view to innovation and sustainability. Cheaper, quicker, easier— sustainable. The importance of literary culture is promoted by bringing future technology and innovation – narrative and form combine, printed in an architectural gesture.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Hand drawing manifestation</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In re-establishing the primacy of hand-drawing and its original possibilities in the making of buildings, the 3D printing approach is more sensual than it first seems. A return to the rudimentary skills of a drawing using the printing tool makes art of buildings. The manifestation of a hand-drawing, printed to form a building opens amazing possibilities in the expression of cultural and expansive gestures within the built environment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The rational vs the irrational in architecture</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The comparison of a free-hand movement with controlled structural patterns highlights the contrast between 3D printed and traditional construction technology. Traditional concrete technology follows established methods, bound to the supply chain production rationalisation of manufacturing, which insisted upon technology based on the formwork dimension governed grid.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">3D technology eliminates this notion of the grid-based rationalisation systems by using ‘singular’ material and its bottom-to-top layering method. No more factory-based rationalised supply chain systems. Post-rationalisation collides with a rationalisation of the meaningless combination of elements confined to a sequence forming a conglomerate of an organism, while the organism is a singular motion, technique, material and a free form. No more container stacked rectangles. Shape does not matter, if the rational resonates with the desired outcome. The expression of thoughts, unconstrained by technology leads to a liberation of thought itself. Just as ink made it possible to record and translate thought, not only in the form of words as symbols, but also in the generation of stories. A story can be anything, a narrative, a multi-layered, polyphonic, flowing whole—why should architecture be constrained by building blocks, unable to fully express itself, always relying on a heavy industrial supply chain?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The singularity I’m referring to points to essential and ultimate ways of living. It is the creating of singular solutions for multiple functions, forms and purposes. It is difficult to reconcile architecture’s singularity with the awareness of its multiple conditions and consequences. There is a fragile boarder between the Post-humanistic scientific approach and more traditional humanism with the emphasis on the singular. Parametricism denies human input except for a methodologic matrix control. All parameters are pre-set in the given conditions of the place (sun, wind, climate, market conditions, programme) so human input is a monitoring stance, making choices in a random order, mostly based on the intuition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity focuses on architecture as a singular object - aesthetic, formal, self-contained and irreducible to the conditions from which it emerges or the effects it stimulates. Architecture is an isolation from determining multiplicities or programme, creating homogeneous unity in a homogenous space. Functions can no longer be differentiated but they are alienated into ephemeral hybridisation.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Challenge in the Principle is this: the post-humanistic (that is, robots) versus the human (that is, the individual/singular). Architecture can no longer be critical, because it depends on pre-determined, automatic choices of the parametric input matrix, which we, as a society, made possible by accepting the notion of progress via google, uber, amazon and grasshopper.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><strong><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The site is currently vacant. From three sides it has no surrounding roads. The access is restricted to 15.5m width from the North-West side, where the pavement changes its texture. The slope drops by 9m from South-East. The longest border is adjacent to the scheduled by 2022 development of the Arts Village residential area. The site area 13, 248 m2 with very narrow shape at the South-West corner.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Topography and Natural Environment</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Located at the west side of Bukhansan National Park and the boundary of Eunpyeong New Town, the site has an affluent natural environment where Bukhansan Mountain is on the east and Imalsan Mountain is on the northwest. The Neighborhood Park of Gijachon District 1 adjacent to the site was formed in 2014, with a gate ball court, fitness center, forest playground, outdoor stage, and others outdoor experience. Among the eight Bukhansan Dulle-gil courses that are stretched south and east of the site, Cloud Garden and the Eunpyeong trails are connected. The height difference between the 124m altitude of the pedestrian passage of the Arts Village and 133m altitude of the trail adjacent to Bukhansan Dulle-gil is about 9m.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Design overview</span></span></span></b></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The envisioned building for this museum is arranged on 3 levels, including basement. Its overall height above ground (building shape) is 25m. The building footprint is a prolonged trapezoidal form of 112,500m long by 75m at its shortest side. The total footprint area is 7,253.5 m2, which is about 55% of the site area. The building is situated in the middle of the plot creating front and back outdoor areas. The building volume is positioned at the lowest level of the site’s sloped landscape and its roof profile aligns with the landscape behind the building providing easy access to the roof garden. The entire roof-surface serves as an outdoor garden for leisure purposes with views towards the built-up area and mountain range. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The main entrance to the site, for both vehicles and pedestrians, is accessed at the North-West side, at the end of Yeonseo-ro within 15.5m access area. Pedestrian access is to the left towards the main entrance of the museum; vehicles enter on the right, towards the drop-off, the carpark entrance and the delivery point at the far end of the building. The main entrance to the building is organised at the front yard from the North, which is flattened as a result of a cut-out landscape.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">There are three levels to the building: The -1 floor has a double height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park; The ground floor includes the main entrance to the building, an administration office, a double-height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park. The +1 floor includes a museum and its supporting facilities, a museum shop, a cafeteria, a community hall, and education facilities. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Four stair & lift cores serve as the building circulation and maintenance. There is a goods-lift with direct access to the museum facility. The main entrance is a triple height space with reception, toilets, two stairs and lift core at the both ends. Large circular stairs give access to the first-floor museum area. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Architecture</span></span></span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> of the building is a collection of randomised shapes formed by vertical walls which meander through the building creating the building mass. The two lower floors are organised as back-of-house with regular flat slabs and columns, where the first floor is an arched space cut through the walls creating a large open space to encapsulate the main museum and community facilities. Transparent and translucent glass partitions segregate functional spaces where necessary. NMKL thus realises a space that symbolizes multi-dimensional enjoyment of Korean Literature.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In order to achieve this kind of architecture, <b>3D Concrete Printing Technology</b> is feasible to be utilised. In comparison with traditional concrete formwork building, 3D printed technology makes very complex shapes and structures possible with a significant reduction of cost, time and materials. This gives a unique quality as the singular materiality of concrete is maintained throughout the exterior and interior of the building. Ecologically sustainable mixing aggregates, such as clay, basalt, fibreglass, offer different colours and textures creating a most exciting architecture<span style="color:#453ccc">.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"> </p> ', 'program' => 'Parking,Office Area,Collection Storage,Education Area,Common Space,Complex Cultural Space,Circulation', 'location' => 'Seoul, Korea', 'area' => '196802', 'budget' => '48, 496 Million KRW (£30, 900,000 GBP)', 'consultants' => 'STU (Structure), Nec (M&E), IERI (Urban planning), GZA (Transport)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2021', 'image' => 'e1f2e4b37a475711343ba0aa8e026e6d.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Nikoloz Japaridze,Ilia Gamisonia,Simon Gatehouse,Eka Kankava,Stefan Nest', 'created' => '2021-06-29 16:23:38', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Archirost', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => 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Gamisonia,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Zaal Siprashvili,Tamar Tekhova', 'created' => '2023-07-04 18:53:07', 'modified' => '2024-02-29 19:32:27', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Shandrokha', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( 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style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Station "Prospect Marshal Zhukov"</span></span></b></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="vertical-align:middle"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:9.5pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black">Consortium of London-based practice <b>Architects of Invention (AI)</b> and <b>Nowadays</b> of Moscow has submitted a design proposal for Metro Station. 5 teams were shortlisted to enter an international competition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The station design is based on a consistent repetition of round sectors that make up the column that frame the platform. They combine an architectural element, engineering systems (ventilation) and a light source.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> Columns remind of various telescopic devices and products - antennas, mechanical "legs" of construction or space vehicles. It is a dedication to the mechanistic, retro-futuristic beauty of Moscow underground.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Blue, red and silver make up the palette of the project. The prevailing blue on the platform, combined with red, lends the space a sporty vitality. The soft silver light poured into the underground lobby creates a clean space in which it is equally pleasant to find yourself, both at the beginning and at the end of the path.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The entire design of the station is based on the repetition of a single element - a thin aluminum tube. From the walls of the underground vestibule along the escalators, it descends onto the columns of the platform and turns into a giant pipe of the underground station.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> All parts of the station are subject to a single color logic. Red accents accompany all parts of the station, from the outdoor pavilion to the platform. The outdoor pavilion is dominant blue with red accents; the lobby is an all-white and silver space with red accents; the station hall is a kind of culmination - an active combination of blue, red and white.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">46 identical columns create an impressive space united by a single technique. A row of columns reproduces the image of mechanical sliding legs that go down and merge with the white floor. The contact points of the elements are highlighted with red light. The color design is based on the gradual transition from dark blue to light silver-white, from top to bottom, which seems to dissolve the columns in space as they approach the floor.</span></span></span></span></span></div> ', 'program' => 'entrance pavilion,ticket hall,escalators,station hall & platform', 'location' => 'Prospect Zhukova, Moscow, Russia', 'area' => '700', 'budget' => '£4mil', 'consultants' => 'Yarko-Yarko', 'awards' => '3rd Prize Winner', 'year' => '2020', 'image' => '536601ce173f42dc127d3d61f24faa10.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'London AI team: Nikoloz Japaridze,Ruth Sullivan,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Giorgi Khetsuriani,Moscow Nowadays team: Natalia Mastalerz,Nata Tatunashvili,Alena Grandkina,Dina Khodunova', 'created' => '2020-10-14 13:20:46', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '0', 'photographer' => 'Archirost', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '65', 'order' => '22', 'slug' => 'nineelmsbridge', 'name' => 'Nine Elms Bridge', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Wandsworth Council', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>The Nine Elms - Pimlico Bridge: The Clip<br /> The new link between historic Pimlico and the cutting-edge development at Nine Elms should express the city’s ambitions for those neighbourhoods and for London as a whole.</p> <p>On the south side, a gateway that will define a modern development; on the north side, a seamless entrance to classic Pimlico and Victoria beyond. Over the river, two asymmetrical arches gracefully soar over a continuous loop a striking geometry that refers to London’s other bridges while reproducing none of them.</p> <p>Dedicated cycling lanes mean that The Clip will become a vital artery for commuters. The separate pedestrian paths and public realm frame new perspectives on the city making it a place to linger, meet friends and enjoy the view. The vertical arches and the horizontal loop frame vistas east and west towards the London Eye and the revitalised Battersea Power Station. Separation of the walkways results in a different viewing experience, through the loop at passing boats and out towards the city.</p> <p>The design is sensitive both to the white stucco-fronted Regency architecture of Pimlico, and also to the sculptural and innovative ideas of the new Nine Elms. The cycle lanes are accessible through ramps, while there are segregated ramps and lifts for pedestrian and disabled users. The landing points touch lightly on either side forming a safe and seamless transition for all users. With its unobstructed views and spacious walkways.The Clip will become an attraction for both Londoners and visitors.</p> <p>The Clip: Bringing Londoners Together</p> ', 'program' => 'pedestrian & cycle bridge', 'location' => 'London, UK', 'area' => '240', 'budget' => '£40 mil', 'consultants' => 'Hewson Consulting, Engenuiti, Edenvale Young, Hyland Edgar Driver, Lumieres Studio, Gardiner & Theobald, Savills', 'awards' => 'Shortlisted', 'year' => '2015-2017', 'image' => '7bf3c5c674b532b5855f765c5ee05c77.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Nine Elms Bridge.pdf', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2015-03-17 13:22:23', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '75', 'order' => '24', 'slug' => 'skijump', 'name' => 'Ski Jump K-75 Reconstruction', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>VOROB’EVI HILLS</p> <p>(in 1935-1999 — the Lenin Hills) one of the most beautiful places in Moscow. It is a high right bank of the Moscow River. Located opposite the Luzhniki Stadium, considered one of the "Seven Hills of Moscow." Neskuchny garden is adjacent to the site from the east. It is 80 meters high from the Moscow river.</p> <p>The landscape of mountains forms a self titled Vorob’evi Park, a part of which survived three ponds, as well as an array of broad-leaved forests. On Vorob’evi Hills offers the most extensive and picturesque panoramas of the capital.</p> <p>SKI JUMP</p> <p>In 1953 the ski Jump was erected on the hill, an illuminated ski slope with chairlift of 340 meters long.</p> <p>In early 2015, plans were announced to renovate and build a new ski jump and a cableway between the Vorob’evi hills and the stadium "Luzhniki", which would combine sightseeing, transportation and sports functions.</p> <p>---</p> <p>"A BEAM OF LIGHT"</p> <p>The proposed ski jump type K-75 is designed for training and demonstration jumps. The idea behind the scheme is allegorical representation of a "Beam of Light" as a symbol of speed and flight. Simple subversive rectangular supporting structure "case" of the ski jump creates an image of rigor and accuracy of the calculation of the flight and the competition and bent stuffing flexibility and a sense of freedom flight. The rectangular shape of its sculptural simplicity emphasizes the beauty of the landscape Vorob’evi Hills and the monumental complex of the university.<br /> It blends harmoniously into the environment without breaking but rather adding to its integrity.</p> <p>The supporting structure is fabricated from a metal truss which rests on a single point of contact with the hill that allows to build the upper part of the mast hopping without supports. Slope design allows 28 degrees to keep the structure on the same support and Macalloy rod systems which stretches from the foot of the ramp (see. Section)</p> <p>At the top mark of the ski jump is a preparatory platform for athletes and an observation deck with a bar for tourists. Inclined elevator hidden in the left side of the structure is used to transport athletes to the site, and the vertical lift, with capacity of 75 persons / hour on Kosygin Street, serves visitors to the observation deck.</p> ', 'program' => 'ski jump,ski school,viewing platform,restaurant', 'location' => 'Vorob'evil Hills, Moscow', 'area' => '4000', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '53fd22072af36f8e7840b66be27e2925.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava,Nikita Tsymbla', 'created' => '2017-02-10 15:52:44', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Andrey Narodnitskiy', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '108', 'order' => '26', 'slug' => 'mtskheta', 'name' => 'Mtskheta House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Justice of Georgia', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Mtskheta</strong> (Georgian: </span></span></span><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">მცხეთა</span></span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">)</span></span><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"> one of the oldest cities of the country of Georgia (in Kartli province of Eastern Georgia), established 1000 BC, is located approximately 20 kilometres north of Tbilisi at the confluence of the Aragvi and Kura rivers. The city (population 19,423 as of January 1, 2008) "Historical Monuments of Mtskheta" became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Mtskheta has great attraction of tourist because of Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and <strong>Jvari convent</strong>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-450 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Svetitskhoveli Cathedral </strong>(Georgian: , svet'icxovlis sak'atedro t'adzari; literally, "the Living Pillar Cathedral") is a Georgian Orthodox cathedral known as the burial site of Christ's mantle. It presently functions as the seat of the archbishop of Mtskheta and Tbilisi, who is at the same time Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia. Cathedral was built in the 11th century by the Georgian architect Arsukisdze.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The site</strong> is located in the centre of Mtskheta (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site has wild greenery not being used for a while. The size of the plot is 1000m2. The surrounding area morphology mostly consists of residential buildings. There is Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in about 300m from the site, establishing strong visual connection. There is a library and some sport facilities nearby. There is another signifi-cant visual link to the site - Jvari convent situated on top of the mountain the Right bank of mtkvari and overlooks Mtskheta.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The idea</strong> of the proposed building emerged based on a number of consider-ations: </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Primarily, the desire to establish visual and conceptual links to Svetitskhoveli </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">Cathedral and Jvari convent</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• A focus has been given to introducing an open space under a sole arched </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">roof. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Wedding hall is positioned in the middle of the building under the solid cone</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The cone composition represents - dynamics, solidity and distinguished </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">purpose of the building. Chamfered volumes reveal the space to the external viewer, thus emphasizing transparency and welcoming aura</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Introducing multi-arched space combines and synthesises programme </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">blending functions with easy flow</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">the use of land and budget.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project is single stage construction using concrete structure with </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">premade planking</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The building has simple programme distribution on one level: Lobby, Public Service Hall, Offices, CRA (Civil Registration Service), Cafeteria, Archive, Technical</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Hall,Wedding Hall,Office,Cafeteria,Storage', 'location' => 'Mtskheta, Georgia', 'area' => '1500', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => 'Progresi, Insta, Gesco, Prolight', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '61e37ec82b6e42bf061d7c9f67c9d6a2.tif', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Frank Cuccurullo,Davit Dolidze,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Japaridze,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituahvili,Vano Ksnelashvili,Lucie Lue,Rusudan Margishvili,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava,Nika Maisuradze', 'created' => '2019-03-20 21:42:41', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '0', 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 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New 25 km boulevard is passing in the front of the slope. The surrounding area is mostly recreational with hotels and a public square. There is an old 19 century navigation lighthouse on the site and is incorporated into the building. Back of building is open towards the square with 3D cinema, gallery, cafes and restaurants.</p> <p>Lighthouse 'Mys Burun Tabiya'</p> <p>Date unknown (early 1900s) (station established under Ottoman rule in 1863). Active; focal plane 20 m (66 ft); two red flashes every 6 s. 17 m (56 ft) octagonal masonry tower with lantern and gallery. Lighthouse painted white; lantern dome is dark metallic. Russia built a lighthouse here in 1883, replacing a smaller Turkish light. Located on the point of Mys (Cape) Burun Tabiya, which partly shelters the harbor of Batumi, about 1 km (0.6 mi) northwest of the harbor light. Site open, tower closed. Admiralty E5768; NGA 19324.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Elevated Landscape</strong></p> <p>The concept behind this building centres on the notion of an elevated landscape, an open public platform which acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the performance on the stage. However, the elevated landscape has one advantage over a ground-level plan, which is that it preserves the original land surface. The whole platform overlooks the sea and maintains access to the whole programme below.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The building is essentially a horizontal platform which was lifted to liberate the space below and then tilted to expose views to the sea and create an quasi amphitheatrical shape. The area of the site is equal to the total gained roof terrace area. So the roof acts like a facade and a platform at the same time. But it is also an extension of the boulevard. The platform is linked to the boulevard by a broad set of stairs, which are designed be actively used by the public for sitting and enjoying the views.</p> <p>This proposed landmark building is an elevated landscape with emphasis on preserving the horizontal qualities of the site. It interacts with the sea views as viewed from without and within.</p> <p>The slope incorporates a specially dedicated new office for the lighthouse and a protected zone from the deck. There is exclusive access for lighthouse employees. The lighting of the deck itself in the evening is minimal and arranged so that it doesn't interfere with the working of the lighthouse. An optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Programme</strong></p> <p>The top level includes a cafe and a stage with audience seating for 700 people. The stage is 20m x 20m which can accommodate a different range of musical performance from a 40 piece classical orchestra to jazz bands and rock groups. This stage is accompanied by an open air cafe, which has access from the ground floor with a lift. On the other side of the platform there is a lounge bar, which faces the lighthouse on one side and the other side overlooks the city square below. Underneath the platform is a 3D cinema for 100 people, an additional cafe and bar, various shops and a bicycle/roller-skate rental office. There are two different volumes that overhang the ground floor and these will contain the cafes. The ground floor and the top deck are interconnected by a ramp, a spiral staircase in the middle of the building and two lifts for the disabled. There is direct access from the ground floor to the boulevard.</p> <p><strong>Interaction</strong></p> <p>The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations:</p> <p>Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large gatherings of people assemble while keeping the stage as a temporary structure for the festival season. The building would be used for a variety of community needs during the year. The stage is a temporary structure which is kept folded in the front part of the uninhabitable part of the building.</p> <p>A focus has been given to introducing a raised slope platform, which has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter. </p> <p>Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an analysis of Music festivals, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p>The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double height spaces and a multi-purpose roof.</p> ', 'program' => '3D Cinema,The Stage,Cinema Cafe,Open Water Pool,Open Air Restaurant & Bar,Backstage,Lounge&Bar,Shops,The Lighthouse,The Lighthouse Office,Administration', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '3060', 'budget' => '10 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010-2012', 'image' => '36fb595f2f9415074d386619926caf36.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Slope.pdf', 'team' => '', 'created' => '2017-05-12 11:46:09', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 17 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 18 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 19 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 20 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 21 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 22 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 23 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 24 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 25 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 26 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 27 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '93', 'order' => '29', 'slug' => 'lucky', 'name' => 'Lucky Residential', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to design a mixed-use masterplan for a historic site in central Moscow. The name of the development ‘Lucky’ comes from the ‘Lakokraska’ Scientific Production Company, a paint and ‘lacquer’ factory that occupied the site under a series of different ownerships from the 1850s to the 1980s.</p> <p>The brief called for a predominantly residential scheme, renovating some of the remaining, listed, industrial brick buildings, whilst demolishing the remainder to create accommodation with community and service areas.</p> <p>The practice drew inspiration from the history of the site and its transformation from industrial to residential, responding with a metabolic structure that looks as though it could have ‘grown’ out of the site. Fritz Lang’s ‘Metropolis’ was an influence, with its idea of the past generating the future. The existing historic buildings provided a set of parameters from which AI generated modules that are adaptable in terms of size and their orientation towards the light. The result is a modular residential block of 1246 number of apartments, configured to benefit from light and flexible in terms of the space they offer.</p> ', 'program' => 'residential,office,car park,nursery,restaurant,gym,retail', 'location' => '2 Zvenigorodskaya str. 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The building uses every aspect of its construction for navigation and art exhibition. The roof slopes are pedestrian walkways and they form a sculpture park. (The gradients of sculpture park give many different observation angles for users to apprehend the sculptural work on display.) The views from these roof gradients onto the surrounding buildings and parkland also give the idea that this building is a piece of landscape itself.</p> <p>The Landscape Building expresses the notion of a seamless transition between urban spaces. Its white translucent appearance suggests a universal, timeless character with no obvious materiality. Its architectural elevation from the Potsdamer Str. perspective, has a rectangular shape. But as an observer circumnavigates the edifice, it changes its appearance and shape – in this way, it provides a particularly relativistic experience.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The LANDSCAPE BUILDING, poised between the structures that express qualities of the grid and the sculptural (the Nationalgalerie and the Opera), incorporates both of these qualities. The Landscape Building completes the architectural dialogue at the site.</p> <p>Urban Integration</p> <p>The main hall of the Landscape Building provides a direct connection between Scharounplatz and Sigismundstrasse through a central atrium. Likewise, visitors can ascend the ramp parallel and adjacent to Potsdamer Strasse and navigate the upper pathways of the museum, which trace a zig-zag shape, finally leading visitors down to the site of St. Matthaus Kirche.</p> <p>The Landscape Building’s ramps are designed for barrier free wheelchair access with 6% slope inclination. The highest level of the building platform is 12.1m above ground level, which is 1.3m lower than the Nationalgalerie. The Opera building is still visible from the Nationalgalerie over the top of Landscape building and indeed, the views from the rooftop pathways of Landscape Building maintain constant reference to all adjacent historical buildings.</p> <p>Space Concept</p> <p>The Landscape Building has a large, light filled temporary exhibition hall running through its core (15m wide, 12m high and 100m long). This space can contain large scale installations (on walls, on the ramp, above the submerged part of the ramp). The ramp leads down to the main exhibition spaces of the museum, which are located on the subterranean level.</p> <p>The building plan of access routes has the shape of a cross so that visitors and staff may easily navigate through the building. Equally, such a shape provides enhanced flow in the case of fire or emergency.</p> <p>The roof pathways are open air and the floor surfaces are composed of energy gathering systems that draw energy from motion such as footfall. There are also systems in place to collect rainwater for use in the building’s plumbing networks.</p> <p>Landscap Architectural Integration</p> <p>The top surfaces of this building are a mix of hardscape and landscape as low grade greenery is incorporated into these spaces. The building easily blends into the adjacent platz spaces where trees rise to meet these upper levels. Also, the series of sculptures that are on display along these roof pathways form their own landscape, they comprise a sculpture park. Otherwise, the integration provided by the ramps rising from street level provide a seamless integration with the surrounding topography.</p> ', 'program' => 'Exhibition,Visitor Service,Scientific Research,Depots,Restauration,Delivery,Administration', 'location' => 'Matthaikirchplatz, 10785 Berlin, Germany', 'area' => '28825', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => 'bb7bd62ce5f01832af0880fc78c776c2.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Simon Gatehouse,Nikoloz Japaridze,Giorgi Nishniandize,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Natasha randall,Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys', 'created' => '2017-02-10 16:10:25', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '88', 'order' => '34', 'slug' => 'national science and innovation centre of lithuania', 'name' => 'National Science and Innovation Centre of Lithuania', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Cityscape urban integration</p> <p>This proposed design for Science Island creates a marked but porous division between a newly created urban environment and existing parklands. In keeping with the Science Centre's emphasis on environmental matters, this design provides a natural barrier across the island to preserve the purity of the park. The orientation of the building allows for a fluency of movement via bridges the existing pedestrian bridge and a new southbank bridge connecting the island to the old town and expected future developments in South Kaunas. To minimise car traffic, we have kept the Science Centre as close to the Žalgiris Arena as possible. Since most visitors to Žalgiris Arena arrive in the evening from 20h, we propose that this existing car park be available to Science Centre visitors during its daytime opening hours. Deliveries will be restricted to the East side of the island. The building’s main principle is to divide the island into two parts the landscape and the hardscape.</p> <p>---</p> <p>Architectural quality</p> <p>The balancing building concept was conceived as a subtle intervention into the terrain, and acts as an abstract rectilinear sculptural object. It allows Science Centre curators to make use of both the paved, constructed side of the island and the natural side. The building acts to soften the bulky effect of the Arena structure, to integrate it more subtly into the island space. As a linear volume, the structure maximises possibilities for navigation and exhibition. As a feat of engineering, the balancing building captures the spirit of experiment, and reminds us of scientific apparatus.</p> <p>Interior quality of public spaces</p> <p>The public spaces of this building are singular open space volumes. The main entrance hall is arched with a spherical planetarium suspended overhead. The south hall is a double-height open space for large scale exhibition. The café is positioned with a view onto the old town, indeed the ends of the building are designed to be increasingly transparent to interact with the surrounding landscape. The varying quality of light, from its glass extremities through to the opaque central section of this steel structured building provide a range of illumination for curatorial consideration.</p> <p>Interior quality of galleries</p> <p>The gallery spaces in this balancing building are designed for maximum flexibility. That is, in their simple rectilinear expanses, they can be manipulated for a wide variety of curatorial configuration.</p> <p>Usability space planning and logistics</p> <p>The balancing building is 250 metres long and is at the structure’s mid point; the main entrance faces the plaza, and another entrance faces the park at Level 1. The central hall contains an information centre, cloakroom and shop. Circulation through the building is linear, allowing easy for navigation by visitors. There are four fire escape routes, located every 50 metres along the length of the building. There are dedicated staircase and lifts for staff, located to the side of the main entrance. The back of house functions are positioned in the hill, so deliveries are organised via the existing road behind the Arena.<br /> Structure<br /> The proposed architectural form demands a dramatic structural response so as to produce long-span cantilevers which appear to float without any structural support. The box element of the form is utilised on the two longitudinal sides by incorporating mega trusses which start to describe the form as a long spanning bridge. The transverse section is framed as a moment frame U section allowing the deflection of the section under wide to the sides to be controlled. All the key structural forms would not be possible without the use of a high strength material and in this case structural steel fabricated into relevant box sections and beams sections is the best response. The transverse steel beams are formed with cellular openings to allowing coordination of MEP services. The building is approximately 250m long and hence requires bridge bearings at the first internal support points so as to allow the building to expand and contract from the fixed central point. This makes the building monolithic and without movement joints in structure or fabric. Given the fluvial nature of the river deposits a piled system is proposed for foundation support so as to control settlements. A bored cost in situ concrete piling system is preferred so as to core through any larger stone deposits in the ground.</p> <p>Sustainability & Feasibility</p> <p>This building is constructed from pre-fabricated modular steel members, and as such it is a most efficient and labour saving structure to build. It can be made in a single phase construction, with its pre fabricated parts delivered directly to the site. Based on locality and project use the following sustainable proposals are to be explored: Low Level Air Distribution: maximises the use of 100% outside air; ideal comfort level for occupiers; low running cost and maintenance; River Water Cooling: utilises river to cool the building and eliminate air source cooling; Photovoltaic: electric power generation by integrated PV panels in the façade; LEED Certification: high efficiency lighting; day-light use; lighting control.</p> ', 'program' => 'front of house,Visitor Amenities,Temporary Galleries,Permanent Galleries,Event Spaces,Staff Spaces,Back of House,Plant Spaces', 'location' => 'Kaunas, Lithuania', 'area' => '13000', 'budget' => '$20mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti structure, HED Landscape, DSA engineering ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => '4f8ab71cfe7a587946de21f14d43c6a6.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys,Bathilde Hamonic,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,George Nishnianidze', 'created' => '2017-03-23 16:09:52', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '104', 'order' => '38', 'slug' => 'losbates-school', 'name' => 'New School Losbates', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'CCEA MOBA', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>Annotation</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall. To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium. To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.<br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street.</p> <p>---</p> <p><strong>Urbanism Description</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. As such, it respects both the semi-urban condition of the site – low height, individual houses - and the forest. The main school building is situated on the North-South axis to the site. It acts as a invitation both to forest and village interaction. It maximises the exposure to the sunlight by its orientation and its volumetric composition. The building elements step back from the main entrance towards the East creating a semi-public plaza in front of the school with the private sports and recreation area behind, towards the forest. The building element volumes also step down towards the South breaking up its bulk and mitigating its impact on the existing village houses. Thus, the lowest volume (one storey) is located on the edge of the village while the tallest volume (Gymnasium) is adjacent to the forest. The buildings rectilinear form creates a very distinct shape, which clearly identifies its function. The flats and the Art school are located in the same building in the South- West corner of the site, thus creating a ’gateway’ entry volume onto the site and acting as a transitional object between the village and the school.<br /> The existing pedestrian path to the forest remains as existing and is not obstructed in any way by the new building.</p> <p><strong>Traffic</strong><br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street. It is proposed as a one-way route with a drop-off and a bus stop next to the semi-public plaza. There are three car-parking zones proposed on the site for temporary and permanent parking. Car park 1 (31 cars) is located next to the Flats and the Art school; car park 2 (26 cars) is located on Soubezna Street closer to the main entrance to the building; and car park 3 (60 cars) is located on the northern edge of the site next to the forest and is partly hidden behind the Gymnasium. All three car parks have two disabled car parking spaces. Waste management and access to the track is organised via car park 3 at the far corner of the Gymnasium.</p> <p><strong>Architecture Description</strong><br /> The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it. The tallest volume is located on the edge of the forest and all other volumes step down towards the village in the following order – Gymnasium 9.6m; Secondary school 7.1m (on two levels); Main entrance lobby /Auditorium / Cafeteria 5.6m; Pre-pre and Primary school 4.1m (on one level). All four volumes are linked by means of a straight, 6m wide, circulation spine, which provides for generous circulation but also provides space for extra facilities and activities.</p> <p>The building facades are designed using singular modular system. Accoya type modified timber fins (ref www.accoya.com) are in-filled with timber panels and/or glass panels. The rhythmic order of the fins is disturbed here and there by exceptions at volume junctions, corners and structural elements. Façade depth creates intimacy and focus for the user. It is an inside-out oriented building. It is perceived as series of solid rectangles with intermittent glimpses of glass depending on the viewing angle. The North- South axis orientation of the building exposes the staggered facades towards the South and its stepped composition emphasises the morning sun on the sports and recreation area.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall.<br /> To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium.<br /> To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Structural Frame</strong><br /> The architectural proposals lend themselves to a solid timber frame solution or hybrid steel frame / solid timber solution. In the most technically advanced solution the frame would incorporate the proposed façade in load-bearing capacity.<br /> The use of glued-laminated and cross laminated timber (CLT) as key structural elements for walls and floors of education buildings has been well established in Europe over the past 10 years. The solid timber structure can be exposed for architectural expression and the speed of construction makes the system one of the most cost effective for education building in Europe.<br /> A hybrid structural solution including the use of steel frames and solid timber is also viable where longer spans are required.<br /> Depending on the ground conditions the most economic foundation solution is in situ reinforced concrete pads and strips. The timber structure being almost 40% lighter than concrete structures helps achieve this solution.<br /> A recent innovation in the use of exposed CLT is increased Thermal Mass to the soffits through the introduction of various thermal control materials. Using this new research allows for additional comfort cooling of classrooms.<br /> Solid timber (CLT) is easily sourced from several suppliers in Europe including Binder Holz and KLH in Austria. A number of these manufacturers use timber grown in the Czech Republic.</p> <p><strong>Facades</strong><br /> Accoya was selected due to its dimensional stability making it possible to achieve an elegant, slim structure having wide fixing points without risk of bending or warping. A traditional stick-system is used with Accoya timber fixed to the façade system. </p> <p>Operations and Functionality Description: 2x9 Classes<br /> Access – the main access to the building is organised form the West via a semi-public plaza at the front. School distribution is organised in such a way that all elements of the school can be operate independently.<br /> The circulation spine (6m wide) runs on the North-South axis of the building and connects all parts of school. The spine can be accessed form the main lobby and independently form the both North and South ends.<br /> The main entrance lobby is located in the central volume directly connected to the spine. Waiting area, Auditorium, Cafeteria and Kitchen are located in the central volume, allowing it to operate independently out of school hours.<br /> The Primary school is located on the right from the entrance and operates on one level. Pre-Prep is part of the Primary but can be accessed independently form the plaza drop-off. Pre-prep has its dedicated internal secure courtyard, which also has direct access to the main school playgrounds.<br /> The Secondary school is located on the left of the entrance and operates on two levels. Its main staircase is adjacent to the spine, which can be also used for sitting, gathering and exhibition activities.<br /> The waste management store is located next to the cafeteria kitchen.<br /> Access to the Gymnasium is both form the main circulation spine for school users, but also directly from the public plaza for community users out of school hours.</p> <p><strong>Future Operations and Functionality Description: 3x9 Classes</strong><br /> The building expansion is organised in such a way that it does not compromise the architectural and operational integrity of the building.<br /> The buildings volumes are deigned to allow for the required expansion towards the East:<br /> The Secondary school expands on the first floor level, creating an outdoor covered space below, which can be used as a recreation veranda.<br /> The Primary school expands on the ground floor towards the East by 9m.<br /> The Cafeteria can be expanded towards the East and island kitchen expands retaining its service capabilities and architectural feature.</p> <p>This expansion strategy ensures that the main West-facing elevation, the overall building heights and the main circulation spine are not compromised in any way.</p> <p><strong>Environmental Concept</strong></p> <p>The weather conditions in Prague are not much different from London so we followed some of the principals we applied at Eton College. Eton College had similar requirement from their fundraisers.</p> <p>What we are proposing is a ground source heat pump system that will provide heating to the school during winter. In the summer that can be reversed so cooling can also be provided to certain areas like the auditorium, gymnasium, hub rooms, etc. Having a buried insulated water tank will allow the contribution of other renewable energy sources like evaporative cooling through the use of a water fountain and rain water harvesting for top up. The low night time temperatures in the summer in Prague are ideal for the use of this system – all you need is a water fountain which will effectively provide cooling to hub rooms, etc. and it will also be a good story for the students. Rainwater harvesting will be also used for irrigation and grey water. PV panels will provide power supply to the pumps.</p> <p>With regards to the auditorium, such spaces are better served both in terms of energy use and comfort by displacement ventilation (i.e. 18⁰ C supply air temperature). This will allow the use of 100% outside air (i.e. no refrigeration). 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[maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 16 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '112', 'order' => '40', 'slug' => 'poti', 'name' => 'Poti HOJ', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Justice of Georgia', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="Pa0CxSpFirst"><span style="line-height:normal"><span class="A0" style="font-family:" wvrcfv=""><span style="color:#221e1f"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular">Poti</span></b></span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black"> is the largest port in Georgia, located on the eastern Black Sea coast in the region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti in the west of the country. Built near the site of the ancient Greek colony of Phasis, the city has become a major port city and industrial centre since the early 20th century, exporting Georgia's manganese and coal. It is also home to a main naval base and the headquarters of the Georgian navy. Poti port area is planned to become a free economic zone within the framework of a Georgian-United Arab Emirates project inaugurated in April 2008. </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The city lies at an altitude of two meters above sea level. The city's climate is humid subtropical with mild and warm winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 14.1 °C; 2 °C in January, and 22.9 °C in July. Rainfall is abundant and reaches 1,960 mm per annum.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The site</span></span></b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black"> is located in the centre of Poti on the Twelve Apostles semi-circle square filling up one of the missing gaps in the building chain of the envelope. The site is 50m wide and 80m long with short side facing the square. The surrounding area is mostly residential represented by two to four storied buildings. The Neo-Byzantine cathedral, constructed in 1906-7 is situated in the middle of the square which acts as the main focal points of radially surrounding streets. There is large theatre hall on one and new Radisson hotel on the other are being constructed adjacent to the site.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">'Rolling Stones'</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">Two dynamic objects are rolling backwards from the platform acting as dynamic forces scattering towards the square. Each of this two shapes are equal in it's form but differ in scale. By rotating each of them we introduce two completely different objects in two different states of movement. An open inclined platform acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the Twelve Apostles Square and the Cathedral. The elevated landscape acts like the sea washing of the sides of the objects creating open and enclosed courtyards within the platform. Oxidised cooper finished facades bring large amount of colour and distinguishes solid state of these 'two' objects.</span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">Programme</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The ground floor level conceits of main offices of The House of Justice including:- Prosecutor's Office- Civil Registration Agency- National Registration Agency- Energetics Office- Hall For Wedding Registration Ceremony- Main Operation Hall. The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">use the platform as a park. The enclosed part of the building would be used for a needs of House of Justice - the open platform would be used of community needs.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• A focus has been given to introducing a raised-slope platform, which has different purposes </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">throughout the year - a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Two random shaped objects represent - dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building, </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">though green colouring represent - calmness and trust.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpLast"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double-height spaces and a multipurpose roof.</span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Office,CRA/NBE/NAPR,Energetics Office,Wedding Hall,Prosecutor's Office', 'location' => 'Poti, Georgia', 'area' => '1620', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '1a84293392db8a7723185884cd99b63a.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Nika Maisuradze,Devi Kituashvili,Vano KSnelashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-21 10:47:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 17 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '55', 'order' => '42', 'slug' => 'cinema', 'name' => 'Modular Cinema', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'program' => 'cinema,cafeteria', 'location' => '', 'area' => '1600', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2014', 'image' => '28352c5056baadd9165dd9b6073f7955.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_CINEMA.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2014-03-28 16:46:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 18 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '64', 'order' => '52', 'slug' => 'origami highline', 'name' => 'Origami Highline', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Providencia, Santiago, Chile', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>The Site</strong></p> <p>The northern end of the Balmaceda park is obstructed by a traffic route, Huelen street, connecting Avenida Providencia and Avenida Andre Bello. Due to its short length and the heavy traffic of Huelen street, there is little possibility of submerging the road underground or having it pass overhead as a bridge. These length and weight considerations are the main obstacle to directly connecting the park and the territory in front of Tajamar Towers.</p> <cut> <p>The other important restriction here is the ground-level car park in close proximity to the Mapocho River, a river which includes underground waters running close to the site. The presence of these waters will make excavation difficult and expensive. Moreover one level of underground car park will only have capacity for the current number of cars, which arguably makes the underground idea redundant. So, the car park will remain at the same level but will be recombined into the new landscape design.</p> --- <p><strong>Origami</strong></p> <p>Origami is an ancient art of Japan. It is a creative method of folding paper to develop beautiful structures. Japanese origami structures feature chiseled cones achieved by making multiple folds and layers out of a single paper. The resultants are beautiful shapes and forms resembling animals shapes like boar head, birds, etc., objects like ink bottles, air crafts and other objects.</p> <p><strong>Concept – Origami Highline</strong></p> <p>The planting of 200 Sakura trees inspired the idea of completing the park with an origami-style structure. The interplay between the delicate and frizzy trees and the subtle but rigid Origami highline makes an appealing and graceful contrast. The abundance of cherry blossoms in the late spring is always highly appealing to park-users and the highline will provide a pleasing experience of the blossoms from a higher perspective. As a raised leisure area and connection bridge, Origami highline opens Balmaceda park in vertical and diagonal directions, resonating with Tajamar Towers, and bringing the territory into one whole. By folding a conical red plane three times, the flat form becomes a functional object. There are three main features of the object:</p> <ul> <li>As a bridge connection of Tajamar Towers to the park;</li> <li>As a slope on which public entertainment will take place, providing a seating area for open-air concerts, skateboarding and a viewing area from which to view the park, the Mapocho River and fountains;</li> <li>As a ‘highline’ (like in New York City), a raised space with benches and other street furniture that acts like a first-floor-level park.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Landscape</strong></p> <p>The landscape in front of the towers will be designed by mixing hardscape and softscape, blending Sakura trees through organised pedestrian paths. Sakura trees will also be integrated into the car park area. Huelin street will be paved with modern, flat cobblestones. There will be no level difference between the pavement and footpath so the park and the landscape will have a seamless flow for pedestrians. There will be illuminated safety bollards alongside the road.</p> <p><strong>Lighting</strong></p> <p>There will be solar-powered LED lighting integrated into the landscape. Every Sakura tree will be lit from below. The bridge itself will be lit from below following the supporting legs and a red LED strip light will follow the recessed edges. At night the Sakura trees will be illuminated, and a red-light zig-zag will hover above ground as it follows the Origami highline.</p> <p><strong>Structural Philosophy</strong></p> <p>The proposed structural form is a response to a natural curves formed in the crust of the earth. Timber is used as a natural material but in a form that is easy and fast to assemble on site and simple to dismantle.</p> <p>The key component is the use of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) panel technology that is produced in significant quantities in Chile. The panels are produced and transported in sizes up to 3m x 18m and is a revolutionary use of timber as it is as strong as concrete but a fifth of the weight.</p> <p>The decking structure is formed from CLT panels cut to shape and laid on glu)laminated roof truss beams that are spaced at 6m centres. The main display wall is a solid CLT panel system that provides the key stability for the structure. CLT is registered for seismic design in Latin America.</p> </cut>', 'program' => 'Highline', 'location' => 'Santiago, Chile', 'area' => '12', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => 'Archiplan (Chile)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => 'a61df6b340aeec4e684b68bd9dd1ff44.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Providencia.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Dominykas Daunis,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2015-01-28 17:46:41', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 19 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '117', 'order' => '54', 'slug' => 'batumi-campus', 'name' => 'Batumi Campus', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Batumi City Hall', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="CxSpFirst" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The site is located adjacent to Batumi University and serves as one of the focal points along the boulevard. The surrounding area is mostly residential with hotels and public recreational zones like Park 26 May and lake Nuri. The site is overlooking the courtyard and opens views along the cost. There is a university building adjacent to the site and which heighten activity in the area. New Radisson hotel from the north-west is the main visual marker in relation to the building.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">“The Knowledge Hole”</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The concept behind this building is the idea of “The Knowledge Hole” as a public space which acts like viewing platform overlooking the city. However, the building is positioned as a wall, the hole becomes main focal points connecting two sides of the site.</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The building is formed as a single volume. The programme is distributed in staggering of each component on top of each other. Building is divided in two parts by corridor and two service-cores in both ends of 50 m long corridor. The hole intersects the corridor with</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">Programme</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The density and mixture of programme of the proposed building has emerged based on a number of considerations:</span></span> </span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• Primarily, the desire to bring different aspects of urban life</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">to a residential area. In other words, to provide open elevated platforms for enjoying panoramic views of the city</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• A focus has been given to introducing mixed-programme platforms on different levels of the building. There are no existing viewing platforms for public use in the old city area. The inclusion of elevated platforms in the building will define</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">its uniqueness and importance in Batumi</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• The programme mixture has been driven by a comprehensive feasibility study and market assessment in which various asset classes were analysed. The relative opportunities for each component of programme resulted in an optimal development mix to meet possible public needs</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• 27 levels of building programme have been introduced to maximise the use of land and budget</span></span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Education,Sport,Terrace - park,Common Features,Administration,Mechanical,Service,Lobby,Parking', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '21060', 'budget' => '$40mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010', 'image' => 'a11d592eb8c9efe45ab288caf1d84930.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Batumi Campus.pdf', 'team' => 'Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2020-07-17 13:21:35', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 20 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '56', 'order' => '59', 'slug' => 'hloubetin', 'name' => 'Hloubetin Community Centre, Prague District 14', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Prague ', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Site<br /> The community centre and library in Hloubetin is positioned at the edge of the historic gardens of a castle and St. Georges church. The castle is surrounded by a containing wall and there is a gap in the wall which coincides with the plot of the community centre.</p> <p>Concept<br /> This structure represents the idea of the gate, encapsulating the spirit of community and integration. It speaks to the ‘within and without’ nature of the historic wall by positively embodying the concept of connection: between society, culture and garden. The emphasis on permeability in this design means street and garden are given to each other. Likewise, the building itself opens in various ways onto the garden allowing for a variety of architectural formulations for public events.</p> --- <p><br /> Urban strategy<br /> Historically, the church and the castle formed the centre of Hloubetin. A wise approach to upgrading the townscape must include developing and restoring the centre to attract visitors and create a community hub. By re-emphasising the historical centre indeed the whole area could be pedestrianized this creates a platform, both literally and metaphorically where a market place, restaurants, cafes, an organised car park, local shops can be properly sited. This proposed pedestrianized zone places Hloubetin exactly within the European tradition of the central square.</p> <p>Planning & Interior<br /> The building addresses its historical setting and forms a gate for modern life. Each of the spaces open onto the street and lead to the garden. The public café acts as a main entrance and a lobby, which gives directly onto the street.<br /> The internal lines of the structure speak to the wall itself, texturally suggesting extrapolation of the historic wall. The walls act like objects themselves in their functions as bookshelves, stairs, coffee bar, etc. They are configured as displaced parts of the ‘castle wall’ creating divisions in the programme a multifunction hall & community hall; a library; a and a public cafeteria. Each part of the programme is interconnected through ramps and stairs. The dividing volumes are designed as modular timber structures as ‘walls’ which contain various service components such as a book depository & drop off point; a bar; a cloak room; stairs; ramps; picture display; internet access screens; and chair storage. The basement level is dedicated to library depository, technical rooms, kitchen, public toilets and staff changing rooms, with two exit staircases.<br /> The 1st level is dedicated to quiet reading rooms, libraries, offices and a communication bridge. The walls and ground floor levels are adjusted to the landscape levels allowing seamless flow of public from the street to the garden. Glass doors surrounding the building on the ground level open to the garden and to the street allowing free flow of public in and out. The resulting interior is clean lined, light filled and neutral, and will form a simple but functional backdrop to the colour provided by books and day to day activities of the community members.</p> <p>Materials<br /> The structural elements of the object-walls, the facades and the roof are made out of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) grid 60x60x30cm. The basement slab is laid from reinforced concrete, the walls are made of foundation blocks. The ground floor slab is made of deck boards upon glue lam beams. The object-walls are composed with the technique of modular blocking used for shelving. The surfaces in between the shelves, vertically and horizontally, are filled with 25mm four layer polycarbonate colour sheets. Polycarbonate sheets provide good acoustic insulation and thermal control, which is useful when using the building in separate parts. 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A 17m long Stella indicates the main entrance to the pavilion from the main pedestrian artery of the exhibition, and continues into the field roof. The inside of the walls and ceiling of the pavilion is designed as an interactive screen with constantly changing images. The dynamic architecture of the pavilion emphasises the continuous link between technology and nature.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The proposed concept is an example of so called 'quantum' architecture, since the roof and the wall comprise single form, where the natural and the technological complement each other. Such an approach fits well into the latest trends of modern architecture, and puts the Russian Pavilion on an equal footing among other national pavilions, combining depth of analysis and contemporary design.</p> ', 'program' => '- Exhibition,Event Hall,Stage', 'location' => 'Plot No. 45 Expo Milan', 'area' => '3000', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Structural Engineers - Engenuiti ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '577a56e9d22e6c9d7374509d78d294ea.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_EXPO2015.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Yakim Milev,Sabrina Moreale,Buster Ronngren,Ksenia Zizina', 'created' => '2013-12-13 10:02:07', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 22 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '38', 'order' => '62', 'slug' => 'mushtaidi-development', 'name' => 'Mushtaidi Development', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Tbilisi is he largest city and the capital of Georgia, lying on the banks of Mtkvari River. Located in the South Caucasus at 41° 43' North Lat. and 44° 47' East Long. The city was founded in the 5th century by Vakhtang Gorgasali, the Georgian King of Iberia. The city has more than 100 different ethnic groups. Tbilisi has been historically known for religious tolerance. This is especially evident in the city's Old Town, where a mosque, synagogue, and Eastern and Oriental Orthodox churches can all be found within less than 500 metres (1,600 ft) from each other. The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-770 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The Site The site is located in the centre of Tbilisi (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site is an abandoned open air (non-standard) football pitch and wild greenery not being used for more than 15 years. The size of the plot is 23.600m2. The surrounding area morphology varies there is Mushtaidi Gardens from one side and the bier brewery from the other adjacent to the site. There is a residential area with the library and some sport facilities nearby. B. Paitchadze UEFA standard stadium with maximum capacity 80.000 people is located in about 200m from the site. This stadium is main counterpoint to the development with its size and height. Eight lane embankment is about 6m below the Mushtaidi gerdens supported by the concrete wall. This level difference gives good conditions for phasing of development of the plot. The site is encircled by the First Children's railway constructed 1935 (see below). This project conciders renovation of the railway with new mini stations integrated into the development. Programme The building has complex programme distribution on different levels starting from the below: Office Lobby, Supermarket, Storages, Technical, Swimming Pool, Cafes & Restaurants, Retail Offices (upper deck) The Deck IMAX 3d Cinema Ellipse Residential Towers The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can use the site as a continuation of Mushtaidi park. Underneath the deck-platform would be used for hanging cafes & restaurants. There is the direct access to the IMAX 3D cinema ellipse from the park. A focus has been given to introducing a raised deck-platform, to liberate the land and connect directly to the garden. The deck platform has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a ice skating in winter. The deck platform will be divided into residential and public areas. IMAX cinema is positioned in the middle of the development thus connecting all functions of the building becoming a centre of composition and the programme. The twin towers 160m tall represent dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building. These towers will be the tallest towers in the city. Introducing the deck-platform as the main interactionpoint of the programme was derived from an analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the deck platform making the deck-platform an open connection zone through the retail. The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a two underground levels of storages and parking which connects Kipiani str. and the embankmentre covered in ETFE. </p> ', 'program' => 'Office,Supermarket,Retail,Car Park Pool,IMAX 3D,Residential,Park', 'location' => 'Left Embankment, Tbilisi,Georgia', 'area' => '83504', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '758e48dc275b24c204e3b1e99dd4046a.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_MGD.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Rusudan Margishvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:15:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 23 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '24', 'order' => '65', 'slug' => 'gelenjik', 'name' => 'Gelendjik', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Our client requested that we generate four different residential areas: standard acommodations; an apart-hotel; villas with private beaches;<br /> villas with bigger plots facing the tree park. This conglomeration is situated on a plot of 20,000 m2 in the middle ofGelenjik bay. We divided the site with an entertainmnet centre contqining a football pitch, tennis courts, an archery club, an aquapark,a yachting club and a floating restaurant.</p> <p>---</p> <p>This allowed the possibility of public use by guests and also a degree of privacyfor privileged residents by securing zones in private condominiums. We introduced a "french" grid (30x30m) which allowed us to create residential 15m-wide blocks with 1 to 5 apartments per floor.The round shaped residential blocks allowed the owner to divide sell or rent out any part of the floor plan from 10m wide up to the whole floor. Using internal circulation and service, the views can be maintained all around the block perimeter from seaviews to the mountain views.For security reasons the buildings are raised on columns of 6m from the ground to provide permeability and a direct view of the entrance doors.</p> ', 'program' => 'Residential complex,Private Villas,Library,Sport Centre,Aquapark,Dendropark', 'location' => 'Gelenjik', 'area' => '50000', 'budget' => '$45 mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2005', 'image' => '51f879b59ab12d04b50f43091c2aa8c8.jpg', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Gelenjik.pdf', 'team' => 'Nikoloz Japaridze,Olga Kolesnik', 'created' => '2013-12-10 11:01:01', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth 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just on the outskirts of the city centre and close to the Tbilisi Court building. The building was completed in February 2012. The brief was to create workspace for 60 members of staff, a substantial lobby and car parking. Work began in May 2011 and the building was completed in early 2012. The building consists of a stalwart, stark black frame that has luminous, delicate volumes suspended within it. 70% of the building is freestanding away from the sides and the ground creating an impression of ‘floating’ forms. The volumes make way for a passageway to one side of the building, creating a physical transparency of the building that is alluded to throughout the design.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The suspended volumes are staggered so that they create terraces and balconies. The interior intelligently uses glass to create a feeling of transparency and light, in contrast to the dark impenetrable framework. The ground floor serves as the main access area with security check in and lobby. </p> <p>The top floor is dedicated to the Prosecutor's office, a meeting room, canteen and veranda for use by staff. A sky park, or roof garden, is used for conferences and celebrations. In contrast to the openness of the front facing facade, the back of the building is smooth and functional with few windows. The choice of materials and the form have been chosen to reflect the function of the building.<br /> The stark geometry of the black frame represents the uncompromising nature of the legal system. Inside the building, a clustered, mirrored volume endlessly throws reflections: “The semantic message here is that the centre is unknowable purely because it is an endless reflection and ordering of the world around it”, says Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze. “The structure mirrors the brain; the glass exterior mimics the lobar matter which processes exterior realities, while the hypothalamus is the centre of the nervous system controlling temperature, hunger, thirst and fatigue”.</p> ', 'program' => 'Offices', 'location' => '8 Aghmashenebeli av. Tbilisi,Georgia ', 'area' => '1500', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Elita Burdji, Arctrade, Reynaers,', 'awards' => 'Commendation at Structural Awards 2012 in the UK; Chicago Athenaeum 2014; EUMiesAward 2017 Nominee;', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '60c89dcc33c6f663edd7f945331efe03.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_TPO.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:56:00', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '45', 'order' => '1', 'slug' => 'lazika-municipality', 'name' => 'Lazika Town Hall', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention, alongside engineers Engenuiti, designed a steel structured building as a part of the development of a new city on the Black Sea coast. The brief was to create a Public Service Hall, a Wedding Hall and Municipal Offices. Work on the project began at the end of January, 2012, and the building was completed in mid-September, 2012. The building was constructed in 168 days with a progressive drafting schedule.</p> <p>The architects explain that the building is a juxtaposition between a building and a sculpture. It is not divided into floors but is comprised of volumes each volume of the building can function separately from the other. Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze explains: ‘Lazika Town Hall is a rectilinear experiment in the vertical displacement of solid mass'. ‘This is a series of floating objects which should set the stage for this new city on the marshlands.</p> <p>---</p> <p><br /> The local architecture was historically stilt-supported so there is natural precedent here,’ says Japaridze. He cites Yona Friedman’s ‘floating city’ as the main correlation point for this project. The ambition of this project was to make a building as a sculpture made out of one material. The suspended volumes create public spaces, separated from each other, forming a monument, and saliently, a benchmark for the new architecture of new futuristic city. Our priority here was the void, not the mass we began with the empty space since this is a project of the future and there is no memory to which solid mass might refer.</p> <p> </p> <p>Instead of carving voidspace from a cube, we have done the reverse. It is a void with volumes inserted and each volume has a fragile connection to the others, via the void. For example, there is a red glass tube (the elevators) connecting the lower floors with the top cubic volume so the experience is of transition, as though through red lens. When you navigate the building, the voids are felt more than the solid forms it can be daunting at times. Paul Grimes, director of Engenuiti, describes the structure: ‘The structural frame is constructed from steel, utilizing a series of raking steel columns to produce the dramatic floated upper platform. Challenges include the seismic conditions and the sympathetic employment of local skills to achiev what will be an iconic statement of architectural ambition’.</p> <p> </p> <p>The foundation solution was for 80 piles 800mm diameter (has bbeen installed through rotary percussion methods)and up to 25m deep. Control of settlements due to organic layers and control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event were the main concerns. A key consideration in the design was the need to control costs where possible but also to use local materials and local labour so as to give the maximum benefit to the local economy. Normally this would push the design towards a structural concrete solution in Georgia. However the complexity of the project dictated that the project is best developed using a Structural Steel Framing Solution.</p> <p>The Site</p> <p>Lazika is a newly founded city on the Black Sea coast, located on previously uninhabited coastal wetlands. Lazika is located one mile to the south of the sea resort Anaklia and 3 miles south of Georgia's border with Abkhazia. The name 'Lazika' refers to the Graeco-Roman name for the region. The city’s existence was announced in December, 2011 by President Saakashvili, and established upon the completion of the Lazika municipality building in September 2012. The city remains in limbo with only one building, the municipality building, having been constructed. Currently, Lazika's future hangs in the balance, as the new government decides its course of action. The architecture of this particular area (Mengrelia West Georgia) reflects environmental considerations. The region has high level of humidity and dump soil, so local peoples traditionally built houses on stilts with no foundation to encourage ventilation from underneath and keep the structure dry. The site is almost at the existing mean sealevel and hence the client needed to be aware of the risks associated with anticipated global warming and subsequent sea level rises which could be in excess of 1m during the next century (based on climate modeling).The water table is between 1 and 1.5 m below ground level. Our main concerns included the control of settlement due to organic layers and the control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event. The Caucasus region, in which the site is located, is one of the most seismically active regions in the Alpine-Himalayan collision belt. This seismicity is driven on a global scale by the collision of the African and Arabian tectonic plates with the Eurasian plate. Based on our understanding of the regional geology it is valid to assume one of the worst ground conditions for seismic design Ground Profile E to EC8. The water table is between 1 to 1.5 m below ground level.</p> <p>Elevated Plinths</p> <p>The three volumes of this structure are all detached from the ground at different levels. Each of these three shapes are devoted to different functions. Each of these three volumes operates self-sufficiently and has its own entrance from the street but they are also interconnected. The volume on the ground level is designated as the main Public Services Hall, with easy access at street level. The second volume is dedicated for use as a wedding ceremony hall with direct access to a large terrace. The third volume floats 20m above the ground and contains office spaces. Only pillars and circulation points touch the ground. The perforated steel sheet cladding finishing of the facade of the top volume bring 50% transparency and lend a solid quality to the volume at the same time. The steel frame structure is integrated throughout all parts of the design and this frame is exposed to emphasise the building's technology and spirit of innovation. The top volume have the dimensions of 35mx35m, and its downward projection describes the contours of the building which is a parallelogram containing positive and negative space. A specific appearance was given to each functional volume the transparent (public hall), the semi-transparent (wedding hall), and the translucent (offices). The public hall has clear walls on all four sides. The wedding hall is a dynamic volume where floor, wall and ceiling utilises the same material and the curve they describe brings dynamics to the adjacent terrace which lies underneath the top volume. The top volume is an enclosed mass, concentrated on the activity of office work, but it too, gives precedence to the void at its centre.</p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall', 'location' => 'Lazika, Georgia ', 'area' => '2075', 'budget' => '$9 mil ', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi', 'awards' => 'Finalist Office Award OfficeNext2013 Moscow ', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '45c0cffd63e2b19bd924e0f5da35d4be.jpg', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Lazika.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 19:00:18', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '41', 'order' => '2', 'slug' => 'national-olympic-committee-house', 'name' => 'National Olympic Committee House', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'National Olympic Committee GEONOC', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>The practice was appointed by GEONOC to complete the restoration of the exterior, landscape design of surrounding gardens, museum design and office spaces for over 100 members of staff. The building is situated in the southern part of the city in the historical quarter rich in 18th century German, French and Italian architecture. The construction was completed at the end of 2011. The building was originally built in the 19th century as a private residence and has been used for government purposes since the 1960s. While the exterior maintains its classical attributes, the interior is strongly contemporary and demonstrates a definitive move away from the Soviet architecture of the past. </p> <p>---</p> <p>Architects of Invention worked on all elements of the interior, from the intriguing reception desk a standard rectangular table that is fissured with an arresting crevice that cuts deeply through the centre to the athletic track markings on the floor that guide visitors around the interactive displays for young visitors to the museum. Perhaps the most striking element of the scheme is the staircase that winds through the building’s four storeys, linking exhibitions spaces and offices. The architects had to reinforce the basement level to allow large openings in the walls of the upper storeys so that the staircase could penetrate the structure. The staircase is a steel frame with MDF panels and the frame, steps and handrails are finished with maple veneer. The seemingly endless twists and turns of the staircase refer to the limitless possibilities of human achievement.</p> <p>Architect Nikoloz Japaridze explains “This work represents the idea of dynamics in sport with the abstract compositions of the staircase and the reception table. The first object you encounter is the introverted desk with its never-ending fissure, and then you meet the extroverted staircase like the open path to Olympus, where the summit meets its own reflection, inferring that striving never ends, that there is no limit to human achievement”.<cut><cut><cut></cut></cut></cut></p> <cut></cut>', 'program' => 'Office', 'location' => '11 Machabeli street, Tbilisi, Georgia ', 'area' => '2300', 'budget' => '$1 mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => 'Best Office Award OfficeNext2012 Moscow', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '5d2b902537e6842161e07c59e2a1525c.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_NOCH.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:29:47', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '42', 'order' => '3', 'slug' => 'house-of-justice', 'name' => 'House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to submit a proposal by Georgia’s House of Justice. The brief included a design for a 1500m2 building to house 95 members of staff and a flow of 400 users a day, to serve Ozurgeti’s population of 15,000. Construction began in September 2011.<cut></cut><br /> </p> <p><cut>The Ministry building brings together a number of services - the Civil Registry Agency, National Agency of Public Registry, National Archives of Georgia, National Bureau of Enforcement and Notary Chamber - under one roof, creating a new blueprint for a government building. Inspired by a classical Greek form, the Ministry is fronted with regular columns, but, rather than a rendered façade, the columns support a canopy beneath which are two independent and contrasting glass volumes. The size of the Public Hall defines the first volume, which is rectangular and also contains office space.--- The second volume is oval and set apart from the rectangular block to accommodate a covered entrance and public walkway between the buildings, connecting the square to one of Ozurgeti’s major boulevards. Each form is double-storied and linked by an underground corridor. The exteriors and interiors are uniform white, adding to a sense of luminosity. The choice of 100% transparent low emission glass creates brightness inside the building. This building is contextual, with a clear relationship to the city and its surroundings. It invites public interaction and its presence modernises the square with its existing residential buildings, a former local art museum and a 400-seat theatre.</cut></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall,Offices,Wedding Hall', 'location' => 'Ioane Petritsi street, Ozurgeti, Georgia', 'area' => '1560', 'budget' => '$2.5 Mil', 'consultants' => 'Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi,', 'awards' => 'Best Project Award at Moscow Architecture Biennale 2012', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => 'a205a9d9d80daef54fc2e169f6d6c48e.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_OZ.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:41:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '120', 'order' => '10', 'slug' => 'NMKL', 'name' => 'National Museum of Korean Literature', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Korea', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The story is printed by us</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Just as ink revolutionised the written word, the printing press revolutionised book publication– 3D printing revolutionises architecture, how we build, with a view to innovation and sustainability. Cheaper, quicker, easier— sustainable. The importance of literary culture is promoted by bringing future technology and innovation – narrative and form combine, printed in an architectural gesture.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Hand drawing manifestation</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In re-establishing the primacy of hand-drawing and its original possibilities in the making of buildings, the 3D printing approach is more sensual than it first seems. A return to the rudimentary skills of a drawing using the printing tool makes art of buildings. The manifestation of a hand-drawing, printed to form a building opens amazing possibilities in the expression of cultural and expansive gestures within the built environment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The rational vs the irrational in architecture</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The comparison of a free-hand movement with controlled structural patterns highlights the contrast between 3D printed and traditional construction technology. Traditional concrete technology follows established methods, bound to the supply chain production rationalisation of manufacturing, which insisted upon technology based on the formwork dimension governed grid.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">3D technology eliminates this notion of the grid-based rationalisation systems by using ‘singular’ material and its bottom-to-top layering method. No more factory-based rationalised supply chain systems. Post-rationalisation collides with a rationalisation of the meaningless combination of elements confined to a sequence forming a conglomerate of an organism, while the organism is a singular motion, technique, material and a free form. No more container stacked rectangles. Shape does not matter, if the rational resonates with the desired outcome. The expression of thoughts, unconstrained by technology leads to a liberation of thought itself. Just as ink made it possible to record and translate thought, not only in the form of words as symbols, but also in the generation of stories. A story can be anything, a narrative, a multi-layered, polyphonic, flowing whole—why should architecture be constrained by building blocks, unable to fully express itself, always relying on a heavy industrial supply chain?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The singularity I’m referring to points to essential and ultimate ways of living. It is the creating of singular solutions for multiple functions, forms and purposes. It is difficult to reconcile architecture’s singularity with the awareness of its multiple conditions and consequences. There is a fragile boarder between the Post-humanistic scientific approach and more traditional humanism with the emphasis on the singular. Parametricism denies human input except for a methodologic matrix control. All parameters are pre-set in the given conditions of the place (sun, wind, climate, market conditions, programme) so human input is a monitoring stance, making choices in a random order, mostly based on the intuition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity focuses on architecture as a singular object - aesthetic, formal, self-contained and irreducible to the conditions from which it emerges or the effects it stimulates. Architecture is an isolation from determining multiplicities or programme, creating homogeneous unity in a homogenous space. Functions can no longer be differentiated but they are alienated into ephemeral hybridisation.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Challenge in the Principle is this: the post-humanistic (that is, robots) versus the human (that is, the individual/singular). Architecture can no longer be critical, because it depends on pre-determined, automatic choices of the parametric input matrix, which we, as a society, made possible by accepting the notion of progress via google, uber, amazon and grasshopper.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><strong><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The site is currently vacant. From three sides it has no surrounding roads. The access is restricted to 15.5m width from the North-West side, where the pavement changes its texture. The slope drops by 9m from South-East. The longest border is adjacent to the scheduled by 2022 development of the Arts Village residential area. The site area 13, 248 m2 with very narrow shape at the South-West corner.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Topography and Natural Environment</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Located at the west side of Bukhansan National Park and the boundary of Eunpyeong New Town, the site has an affluent natural environment where Bukhansan Mountain is on the east and Imalsan Mountain is on the northwest. The Neighborhood Park of Gijachon District 1 adjacent to the site was formed in 2014, with a gate ball court, fitness center, forest playground, outdoor stage, and others outdoor experience. Among the eight Bukhansan Dulle-gil courses that are stretched south and east of the site, Cloud Garden and the Eunpyeong trails are connected. The height difference between the 124m altitude of the pedestrian passage of the Arts Village and 133m altitude of the trail adjacent to Bukhansan Dulle-gil is about 9m.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Design overview</span></span></span></b></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The envisioned building for this museum is arranged on 3 levels, including basement. Its overall height above ground (building shape) is 25m. The building footprint is a prolonged trapezoidal form of 112,500m long by 75m at its shortest side. The total footprint area is 7,253.5 m2, which is about 55% of the site area. The building is situated in the middle of the plot creating front and back outdoor areas. The building volume is positioned at the lowest level of the site’s sloped landscape and its roof profile aligns with the landscape behind the building providing easy access to the roof garden. The entire roof-surface serves as an outdoor garden for leisure purposes with views towards the built-up area and mountain range. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The main entrance to the site, for both vehicles and pedestrians, is accessed at the North-West side, at the end of Yeonseo-ro within 15.5m access area. Pedestrian access is to the left towards the main entrance of the museum; vehicles enter on the right, towards the drop-off, the carpark entrance and the delivery point at the far end of the building. The main entrance to the building is organised at the front yard from the North, which is flattened as a result of a cut-out landscape.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">There are three levels to the building: The -1 floor has a double height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park; The ground floor includes the main entrance to the building, an administration office, a double-height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park. The +1 floor includes a museum and its supporting facilities, a museum shop, a cafeteria, a community hall, and education facilities. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Four stair & lift cores serve as the building circulation and maintenance. There is a goods-lift with direct access to the museum facility. The main entrance is a triple height space with reception, toilets, two stairs and lift core at the both ends. Large circular stairs give access to the first-floor museum area. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Architecture</span></span></span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> of the building is a collection of randomised shapes formed by vertical walls which meander through the building creating the building mass. The two lower floors are organised as back-of-house with regular flat slabs and columns, where the first floor is an arched space cut through the walls creating a large open space to encapsulate the main museum and community facilities. Transparent and translucent glass partitions segregate functional spaces where necessary. NMKL thus realises a space that symbolizes multi-dimensional enjoyment of Korean Literature.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In order to achieve this kind of architecture, <b>3D Concrete Printing Technology</b> is feasible to be utilised. In comparison with traditional concrete formwork building, 3D printed technology makes very complex shapes and structures possible with a significant reduction of cost, time and materials. This gives a unique quality as the singular materiality of concrete is maintained throughout the exterior and interior of the building. Ecologically sustainable mixing aggregates, such as clay, basalt, fibreglass, offer different colours and textures creating a most exciting architecture<span style="color:#453ccc">.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"> </p> ', 'program' => 'Parking,Office Area,Collection Storage,Education Area,Common Space,Complex Cultural Space,Circulation', 'location' => 'Seoul, Korea', 'area' => '196802', 'budget' => '48, 496 Million KRW (£30, 900,000 GBP)', 'consultants' => 'STU (Structure), Nec (M&E), IERI (Urban planning), GZA (Transport)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2021', 'image' => 'e1f2e4b37a475711343ba0aa8e026e6d.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Nikoloz Japaridze,Ilia Gamisonia,Simon Gatehouse,Eka Kankava,Stefan Nest', 'created' => '2021-06-29 16:23:38', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Archirost', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => 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style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Station "Prospect Marshal Zhukov"</span></span></b></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="vertical-align:middle"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:9.5pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black">Consortium of London-based practice <b>Architects of Invention (AI)</b> and <b>Nowadays</b> of Moscow has submitted a design proposal for Metro Station. 5 teams were shortlisted to enter an international competition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The station design is based on a consistent repetition of round sectors that make up the column that frame the platform. They combine an architectural element, engineering systems (ventilation) and a light source.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> Columns remind of various telescopic devices and products - antennas, mechanical "legs" of construction or space vehicles. 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The soft silver light poured into the underground lobby creates a clean space in which it is equally pleasant to find yourself, both at the beginning and at the end of the path.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The entire design of the station is based on the repetition of a single element - a thin aluminum tube. From the walls of the underground vestibule along the escalators, it descends onto the columns of the platform and turns into a giant pipe of the underground station.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> All parts of the station are subject to a single color logic. Red accents accompany all parts of the station, from the outdoor pavilion to the platform. The outdoor pavilion is dominant blue with red accents; the lobby is an all-white and silver space with red accents; the station hall is a kind of culmination - an active combination of blue, red and white.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">46 identical columns create an impressive space united by a single technique. A row of columns reproduces the image of mechanical sliding legs that go down and merge with the white floor. The contact points of the elements are highlighted with red light. The color design is based on the gradual transition from dark blue to light silver-white, from top to bottom, which seems to dissolve the columns in space as they approach the floor.</span></span></span></span></span></div> ', 'program' => 'entrance pavilion,ticket hall,escalators,station hall & platform', 'location' => 'Prospect Zhukova, Moscow, Russia', 'area' => '700', 'budget' => '£4mil', 'consultants' => 'Yarko-Yarko', 'awards' => '3rd Prize Winner', 'year' => '2020', 'image' => '536601ce173f42dc127d3d61f24faa10.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'London AI team: Nikoloz Japaridze,Ruth Sullivan,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Giorgi Khetsuriani,Moscow Nowadays team: Natalia Mastalerz,Nata Tatunashvili,Alena Grandkina,Dina Khodunova', 'created' => '2020-10-14 13:20:46', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '0', 'photographer' => 'Archirost', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '65', 'order' => '22', 'slug' => 'nineelmsbridge', 'name' => 'Nine Elms Bridge', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Wandsworth Council', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>The Nine Elms - Pimlico Bridge: The Clip<br /> The new link between historic Pimlico and the cutting-edge development at Nine Elms should express the city’s ambitions for those neighbourhoods and for London as a whole.</p> <p>On the south side, a gateway that will define a modern development; on the north side, a seamless entrance to classic Pimlico and Victoria beyond. Over the river, two asymmetrical arches gracefully soar over a continuous loop a striking geometry that refers to London’s other bridges while reproducing none of them.</p> <p>Dedicated cycling lanes mean that The Clip will become a vital artery for commuters. The separate pedestrian paths and public realm frame new perspectives on the city making it a place to linger, meet friends and enjoy the view. The vertical arches and the horizontal loop frame vistas east and west towards the London Eye and the revitalised Battersea Power Station. Separation of the walkways results in a different viewing experience, through the loop at passing boats and out towards the city.</p> <p>The design is sensitive both to the white stucco-fronted Regency architecture of Pimlico, and also to the sculptural and innovative ideas of the new Nine Elms. The cycle lanes are accessible through ramps, while there are segregated ramps and lifts for pedestrian and disabled users. The landing points touch lightly on either side forming a safe and seamless transition for all users. With its unobstructed views and spacious walkways.The Clip will become an attraction for both Londoners and visitors.</p> <p>The Clip: Bringing Londoners Together</p> ', 'program' => 'pedestrian & cycle bridge', 'location' => 'London, UK', 'area' => '240', 'budget' => '£40 mil', 'consultants' => 'Hewson Consulting, Engenuiti, Edenvale Young, Hyland Edgar Driver, Lumieres Studio, Gardiner & Theobald, Savills', 'awards' => 'Shortlisted', 'year' => '2015-2017', 'image' => '7bf3c5c674b532b5855f765c5ee05c77.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Nine Elms Bridge.pdf', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2015-03-17 13:22:23', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '75', 'order' => '24', 'slug' => 'skijump', 'name' => 'Ski Jump K-75 Reconstruction', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>VOROB’EVI HILLS</p> <p>(in 1935-1999 — the Lenin Hills) one of the most beautiful places in Moscow. It is a high right bank of the Moscow River. Located opposite the Luzhniki Stadium, considered one of the "Seven Hills of Moscow." Neskuchny garden is adjacent to the site from the east. It is 80 meters high from the Moscow river.</p> <p>The landscape of mountains forms a self titled Vorob’evi Park, a part of which survived three ponds, as well as an array of broad-leaved forests. On Vorob’evi Hills offers the most extensive and picturesque panoramas of the capital.</p> <p>SKI JUMP</p> <p>In 1953 the ski Jump was erected on the hill, an illuminated ski slope with chairlift of 340 meters long.</p> <p>In early 2015, plans were announced to renovate and build a new ski jump and a cableway between the Vorob’evi hills and the stadium "Luzhniki", which would combine sightseeing, transportation and sports functions.</p> <p>---</p> <p>"A BEAM OF LIGHT"</p> <p>The proposed ski jump type K-75 is designed for training and demonstration jumps. The idea behind the scheme is allegorical representation of a "Beam of Light" as a symbol of speed and flight. Simple subversive rectangular supporting structure "case" of the ski jump creates an image of rigor and accuracy of the calculation of the flight and the competition and bent stuffing flexibility and a sense of freedom flight. The rectangular shape of its sculptural simplicity emphasizes the beauty of the landscape Vorob’evi Hills and the monumental complex of the university.<br /> It blends harmoniously into the environment without breaking but rather adding to its integrity.</p> <p>The supporting structure is fabricated from a metal truss which rests on a single point of contact with the hill that allows to build the upper part of the mast hopping without supports. Slope design allows 28 degrees to keep the structure on the same support and Macalloy rod systems which stretches from the foot of the ramp (see. Section)</p> <p>At the top mark of the ski jump is a preparatory platform for athletes and an observation deck with a bar for tourists. Inclined elevator hidden in the left side of the structure is used to transport athletes to the site, and the vertical lift, with capacity of 75 persons / hour on Kosygin Street, serves visitors to the observation deck.</p> ', 'program' => 'ski jump,ski school,viewing platform,restaurant', 'location' => 'Vorob'evil Hills, Moscow', 'area' => '4000', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '53fd22072af36f8e7840b66be27e2925.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava,Nikita Tsymbla', 'created' => '2017-02-10 15:52:44', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Andrey Narodnitskiy', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '108', 'order' => '26', 'slug' => 'mtskheta', 'name' => 'Mtskheta House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Justice of Georgia', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Mtskheta</strong> (Georgian: </span></span></span><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">მცხეთა</span></span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">)</span></span><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"> one of the oldest cities of the country of Georgia (in Kartli province of Eastern Georgia), established 1000 BC, is located approximately 20 kilometres north of Tbilisi at the confluence of the Aragvi and Kura rivers. The city (population 19,423 as of January 1, 2008) "Historical Monuments of Mtskheta" became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Mtskheta has great attraction of tourist because of Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and <strong>Jvari convent</strong>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-450 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Svetitskhoveli Cathedral </strong>(Georgian: , svet'icxovlis sak'atedro t'adzari; literally, "the Living Pillar Cathedral") is a Georgian Orthodox cathedral known as the burial site of Christ's mantle. It presently functions as the seat of the archbishop of Mtskheta and Tbilisi, who is at the same time Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia. Cathedral was built in the 11th century by the Georgian architect Arsukisdze.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The site</strong> is located in the centre of Mtskheta (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site has wild greenery not being used for a while. The size of the plot is 1000m2. The surrounding area morphology mostly consists of residential buildings. There is Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in about 300m from the site, establishing strong visual connection. There is a library and some sport facilities nearby. There is another signifi-cant visual link to the site - Jvari convent situated on top of the mountain the Right bank of mtkvari and overlooks Mtskheta.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The idea</strong> of the proposed building emerged based on a number of consider-ations: </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Primarily, the desire to establish visual and conceptual links to Svetitskhoveli </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">Cathedral and Jvari convent</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• A focus has been given to introducing an open space under a sole arched </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">roof. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Wedding hall is positioned in the middle of the building under the solid cone</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The cone composition represents - dynamics, solidity and distinguished </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">purpose of the building. Chamfered volumes reveal the space to the external viewer, thus emphasizing transparency and welcoming aura</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Introducing multi-arched space combines and synthesises programme </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">blending functions with easy flow</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">the use of land and budget.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project is single stage construction using concrete structure with </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">premade planking</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The building has simple programme distribution on one level: Lobby, Public Service Hall, Offices, CRA (Civil Registration Service), Cafeteria, Archive, Technical</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Hall,Wedding Hall,Office,Cafeteria,Storage', 'location' => 'Mtskheta, Georgia', 'area' => '1500', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => 'Progresi, Insta, Gesco, Prolight', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '61e37ec82b6e42bf061d7c9f67c9d6a2.tif', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Frank Cuccurullo,Davit Dolidze,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Japaridze,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituahvili,Vano Ksnelashvili,Lucie Lue,Rusudan Margishvili,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava,Nika Maisuradze', 'created' => '2019-03-20 21:42:41', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '0', 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 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=> array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '91', 'order' => '28', 'slug' => 'Batumi Slope', 'name' => 'Batumi Slope', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Batumi City Hall', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p><strong>The Site</strong></p> <p>The site is located adjacent to The Black Sea volcanic pebble stoned cost and serves as one of the access points between the city and the sea cost. New 25 km boulevard is passing in the front of the slope. The surrounding area is mostly recreational with hotels and a public square. There is an old 19 century navigation lighthouse on the site and is incorporated into the building. Back of building is open towards the square with 3D cinema, gallery, cafes and restaurants.</p> <p>Lighthouse 'Mys Burun Tabiya'</p> <p>Date unknown (early 1900s) (station established under Ottoman rule in 1863). Active; focal plane 20 m (66 ft); two red flashes every 6 s. 17 m (56 ft) octagonal masonry tower with lantern and gallery. Lighthouse painted white; lantern dome is dark metallic. Russia built a lighthouse here in 1883, replacing a smaller Turkish light. Located on the point of Mys (Cape) Burun Tabiya, which partly shelters the harbor of Batumi, about 1 km (0.6 mi) northwest of the harbor light. Site open, tower closed. Admiralty E5768; NGA 19324.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Elevated Landscape</strong></p> <p>The concept behind this building centres on the notion of an elevated landscape, an open public platform which acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the performance on the stage. However, the elevated landscape has one advantage over a ground-level plan, which is that it preserves the original land surface. The whole platform overlooks the sea and maintains access to the whole programme below.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The building is essentially a horizontal platform which was lifted to liberate the space below and then tilted to expose views to the sea and create an quasi amphitheatrical shape. The area of the site is equal to the total gained roof terrace area. So the roof acts like a facade and a platform at the same time. But it is also an extension of the boulevard. The platform is linked to the boulevard by a broad set of stairs, which are designed be actively used by the public for sitting and enjoying the views.</p> <p>This proposed landmark building is an elevated landscape with emphasis on preserving the horizontal qualities of the site. It interacts with the sea views as viewed from without and within.</p> <p>The slope incorporates a specially dedicated new office for the lighthouse and a protected zone from the deck. There is exclusive access for lighthouse employees. The lighting of the deck itself in the evening is minimal and arranged so that it doesn't interfere with the working of the lighthouse. An optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Programme</strong></p> <p>The top level includes a cafe and a stage with audience seating for 700 people. The stage is 20m x 20m which can accommodate a different range of musical performance from a 40 piece classical orchestra to jazz bands and rock groups. This stage is accompanied by an open air cafe, which has access from the ground floor with a lift. On the other side of the platform there is a lounge bar, which faces the lighthouse on one side and the other side overlooks the city square below. Underneath the platform is a 3D cinema for 100 people, an additional cafe and bar, various shops and a bicycle/roller-skate rental office. There are two different volumes that overhang the ground floor and these will contain the cafes. The ground floor and the top deck are interconnected by a ramp, a spiral staircase in the middle of the building and two lifts for the disabled. There is direct access from the ground floor to the boulevard.</p> <p><strong>Interaction</strong></p> <p>The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations:</p> <p>Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large gatherings of people assemble while keeping the stage as a temporary structure for the festival season. The building would be used for a variety of community needs during the year. The stage is a temporary structure which is kept folded in the front part of the uninhabitable part of the building.</p> <p>A focus has been given to introducing a raised slope platform, which has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter. </p> <p>Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an analysis of Music festivals, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p>The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double height spaces and a multi-purpose roof.</p> ', 'program' => '3D Cinema,The Stage,Cinema Cafe,Open Water Pool,Open Air Restaurant & Bar,Backstage,Lounge&Bar,Shops,The Lighthouse,The Lighthouse Office,Administration', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '3060', 'budget' => '10 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010-2012', 'image' => '36fb595f2f9415074d386619926caf36.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Slope.pdf', 'team' => '', 'created' => '2017-05-12 11:46:09', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 17 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 18 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 19 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 20 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 21 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 22 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 23 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 24 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 25 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 26 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 27 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '93', 'order' => '29', 'slug' => 'lucky', 'name' => 'Lucky Residential', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to design a mixed-use masterplan for a historic site in central Moscow. The name of the development ‘Lucky’ comes from the ‘Lakokraska’ Scientific Production Company, a paint and ‘lacquer’ factory that occupied the site under a series of different ownerships from the 1850s to the 1980s.</p> <p>The brief called for a predominantly residential scheme, renovating some of the remaining, listed, industrial brick buildings, whilst demolishing the remainder to create accommodation with community and service areas.</p> <p>The practice drew inspiration from the history of the site and its transformation from industrial to residential, responding with a metabolic structure that looks as though it could have ‘grown’ out of the site. Fritz Lang’s ‘Metropolis’ was an influence, with its idea of the past generating the future. The existing historic buildings provided a set of parameters from which AI generated modules that are adaptable in terms of size and their orientation towards the light. The result is a modular residential block of 1246 number of apartments, configured to benefit from light and flexible in terms of the space they offer.</p> ', 'program' => 'residential,office,car park,nursery,restaurant,gym,retail', 'location' => '2 Zvenigorodskaya str. 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The building uses every aspect of its construction for navigation and art exhibition. The roof slopes are pedestrian walkways and they form a sculpture park. (The gradients of sculpture park give many different observation angles for users to apprehend the sculptural work on display.) The views from these roof gradients onto the surrounding buildings and parkland also give the idea that this building is a piece of landscape itself.</p> <p>The Landscape Building expresses the notion of a seamless transition between urban spaces. Its white translucent appearance suggests a universal, timeless character with no obvious materiality. Its architectural elevation from the Potsdamer Str. perspective, has a rectangular shape. But as an observer circumnavigates the edifice, it changes its appearance and shape – in this way, it provides a particularly relativistic experience.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The LANDSCAPE BUILDING, poised between the structures that express qualities of the grid and the sculptural (the Nationalgalerie and the Opera), incorporates both of these qualities. The Landscape Building completes the architectural dialogue at the site.</p> <p>Urban Integration</p> <p>The main hall of the Landscape Building provides a direct connection between Scharounplatz and Sigismundstrasse through a central atrium. Likewise, visitors can ascend the ramp parallel and adjacent to Potsdamer Strasse and navigate the upper pathways of the museum, which trace a zig-zag shape, finally leading visitors down to the site of St. Matthaus Kirche.</p> <p>The Landscape Building’s ramps are designed for barrier free wheelchair access with 6% slope inclination. The highest level of the building platform is 12.1m above ground level, which is 1.3m lower than the Nationalgalerie. The Opera building is still visible from the Nationalgalerie over the top of Landscape building and indeed, the views from the rooftop pathways of Landscape Building maintain constant reference to all adjacent historical buildings.</p> <p>Space Concept</p> <p>The Landscape Building has a large, light filled temporary exhibition hall running through its core (15m wide, 12m high and 100m long). This space can contain large scale installations (on walls, on the ramp, above the submerged part of the ramp). The ramp leads down to the main exhibition spaces of the museum, which are located on the subterranean level.</p> <p>The building plan of access routes has the shape of a cross so that visitors and staff may easily navigate through the building. Equally, such a shape provides enhanced flow in the case of fire or emergency.</p> <p>The roof pathways are open air and the floor surfaces are composed of energy gathering systems that draw energy from motion such as footfall. There are also systems in place to collect rainwater for use in the building’s plumbing networks.</p> <p>Landscap Architectural Integration</p> <p>The top surfaces of this building are a mix of hardscape and landscape as low grade greenery is incorporated into these spaces. The building easily blends into the adjacent platz spaces where trees rise to meet these upper levels. Also, the series of sculptures that are on display along these roof pathways form their own landscape, they comprise a sculpture park. Otherwise, the integration provided by the ramps rising from street level provide a seamless integration with the surrounding topography.</p> ', 'program' => 'Exhibition,Visitor Service,Scientific Research,Depots,Restauration,Delivery,Administration', 'location' => 'Matthaikirchplatz, 10785 Berlin, Germany', 'area' => '28825', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => 'bb7bd62ce5f01832af0880fc78c776c2.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Simon Gatehouse,Nikoloz Japaridze,Giorgi Nishniandize,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Natasha randall,Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys', 'created' => '2017-02-10 16:10:25', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '88', 'order' => '34', 'slug' => 'national science and innovation centre of lithuania', 'name' => 'National Science and Innovation Centre of Lithuania', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Cityscape urban integration</p> <p>This proposed design for Science Island creates a marked but porous division between a newly created urban environment and existing parklands. In keeping with the Science Centre's emphasis on environmental matters, this design provides a natural barrier across the island to preserve the purity of the park. The orientation of the building allows for a fluency of movement via bridges the existing pedestrian bridge and a new southbank bridge connecting the island to the old town and expected future developments in South Kaunas. To minimise car traffic, we have kept the Science Centre as close to the Žalgiris Arena as possible. Since most visitors to Žalgiris Arena arrive in the evening from 20h, we propose that this existing car park be available to Science Centre visitors during its daytime opening hours. Deliveries will be restricted to the East side of the island. The building’s main principle is to divide the island into two parts the landscape and the hardscape.</p> <p>---</p> <p>Architectural quality</p> <p>The balancing building concept was conceived as a subtle intervention into the terrain, and acts as an abstract rectilinear sculptural object. It allows Science Centre curators to make use of both the paved, constructed side of the island and the natural side. The building acts to soften the bulky effect of the Arena structure, to integrate it more subtly into the island space. As a linear volume, the structure maximises possibilities for navigation and exhibition. As a feat of engineering, the balancing building captures the spirit of experiment, and reminds us of scientific apparatus.</p> <p>Interior quality of public spaces</p> <p>The public spaces of this building are singular open space volumes. The main entrance hall is arched with a spherical planetarium suspended overhead. The south hall is a double-height open space for large scale exhibition. The café is positioned with a view onto the old town, indeed the ends of the building are designed to be increasingly transparent to interact with the surrounding landscape. The varying quality of light, from its glass extremities through to the opaque central section of this steel structured building provide a range of illumination for curatorial consideration.</p> <p>Interior quality of galleries</p> <p>The gallery spaces in this balancing building are designed for maximum flexibility. That is, in their simple rectilinear expanses, they can be manipulated for a wide variety of curatorial configuration.</p> <p>Usability space planning and logistics</p> <p>The balancing building is 250 metres long and is at the structure’s mid point; the main entrance faces the plaza, and another entrance faces the park at Level 1. The central hall contains an information centre, cloakroom and shop. Circulation through the building is linear, allowing easy for navigation by visitors. There are four fire escape routes, located every 50 metres along the length of the building. There are dedicated staircase and lifts for staff, located to the side of the main entrance. The back of house functions are positioned in the hill, so deliveries are organised via the existing road behind the Arena.<br /> Structure<br /> The proposed architectural form demands a dramatic structural response so as to produce long-span cantilevers which appear to float without any structural support. The box element of the form is utilised on the two longitudinal sides by incorporating mega trusses which start to describe the form as a long spanning bridge. The transverse section is framed as a moment frame U section allowing the deflection of the section under wide to the sides to be controlled. All the key structural forms would not be possible without the use of a high strength material and in this case structural steel fabricated into relevant box sections and beams sections is the best response. The transverse steel beams are formed with cellular openings to allowing coordination of MEP services. The building is approximately 250m long and hence requires bridge bearings at the first internal support points so as to allow the building to expand and contract from the fixed central point. This makes the building monolithic and without movement joints in structure or fabric. Given the fluvial nature of the river deposits a piled system is proposed for foundation support so as to control settlements. A bored cost in situ concrete piling system is preferred so as to core through any larger stone deposits in the ground.</p> <p>Sustainability & Feasibility</p> <p>This building is constructed from pre-fabricated modular steel members, and as such it is a most efficient and labour saving structure to build. It can be made in a single phase construction, with its pre fabricated parts delivered directly to the site. Based on locality and project use the following sustainable proposals are to be explored: Low Level Air Distribution: maximises the use of 100% outside air; ideal comfort level for occupiers; low running cost and maintenance; River Water Cooling: utilises river to cool the building and eliminate air source cooling; Photovoltaic: electric power generation by integrated PV panels in the façade; LEED Certification: high efficiency lighting; day-light use; lighting control.</p> ', 'program' => 'front of house,Visitor Amenities,Temporary Galleries,Permanent Galleries,Event Spaces,Staff Spaces,Back of House,Plant Spaces', 'location' => 'Kaunas, Lithuania', 'area' => '13000', 'budget' => '$20mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti structure, HED Landscape, DSA engineering ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => '4f8ab71cfe7a587946de21f14d43c6a6.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys,Bathilde Hamonic,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,George Nishnianidze', 'created' => '2017-03-23 16:09:52', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '104', 'order' => '38', 'slug' => 'losbates-school', 'name' => 'New School Losbates', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'CCEA MOBA', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>Annotation</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall. To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium. To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.<br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street.</p> <p>---</p> <p><strong>Urbanism Description</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. As such, it respects both the semi-urban condition of the site – low height, individual houses - and the forest. The main school building is situated on the North-South axis to the site. It acts as a invitation both to forest and village interaction. It maximises the exposure to the sunlight by its orientation and its volumetric composition. The building elements step back from the main entrance towards the East creating a semi-public plaza in front of the school with the private sports and recreation area behind, towards the forest. The building element volumes also step down towards the South breaking up its bulk and mitigating its impact on the existing village houses. Thus, the lowest volume (one storey) is located on the edge of the village while the tallest volume (Gymnasium) is adjacent to the forest. The buildings rectilinear form creates a very distinct shape, which clearly identifies its function. The flats and the Art school are located in the same building in the South- West corner of the site, thus creating a ’gateway’ entry volume onto the site and acting as a transitional object between the village and the school.<br /> The existing pedestrian path to the forest remains as existing and is not obstructed in any way by the new building.</p> <p><strong>Traffic</strong><br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street. It is proposed as a one-way route with a drop-off and a bus stop next to the semi-public plaza. There are three car-parking zones proposed on the site for temporary and permanent parking. Car park 1 (31 cars) is located next to the Flats and the Art school; car park 2 (26 cars) is located on Soubezna Street closer to the main entrance to the building; and car park 3 (60 cars) is located on the northern edge of the site next to the forest and is partly hidden behind the Gymnasium. All three car parks have two disabled car parking spaces. Waste management and access to the track is organised via car park 3 at the far corner of the Gymnasium.</p> <p><strong>Architecture Description</strong><br /> The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it. The tallest volume is located on the edge of the forest and all other volumes step down towards the village in the following order – Gymnasium 9.6m; Secondary school 7.1m (on two levels); Main entrance lobby /Auditorium / Cafeteria 5.6m; Pre-pre and Primary school 4.1m (on one level). All four volumes are linked by means of a straight, 6m wide, circulation spine, which provides for generous circulation but also provides space for extra facilities and activities.</p> <p>The building facades are designed using singular modular system. Accoya type modified timber fins (ref www.accoya.com) are in-filled with timber panels and/or glass panels. The rhythmic order of the fins is disturbed here and there by exceptions at volume junctions, corners and structural elements. Façade depth creates intimacy and focus for the user. It is an inside-out oriented building. It is perceived as series of solid rectangles with intermittent glimpses of glass depending on the viewing angle. The North- South axis orientation of the building exposes the staggered facades towards the South and its stepped composition emphasises the morning sun on the sports and recreation area.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall.<br /> To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium.<br /> To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Structural Frame</strong><br /> The architectural proposals lend themselves to a solid timber frame solution or hybrid steel frame / solid timber solution. In the most technically advanced solution the frame would incorporate the proposed façade in load-bearing capacity.<br /> The use of glued-laminated and cross laminated timber (CLT) as key structural elements for walls and floors of education buildings has been well established in Europe over the past 10 years. The solid timber structure can be exposed for architectural expression and the speed of construction makes the system one of the most cost effective for education building in Europe.<br /> A hybrid structural solution including the use of steel frames and solid timber is also viable where longer spans are required.<br /> Depending on the ground conditions the most economic foundation solution is in situ reinforced concrete pads and strips. The timber structure being almost 40% lighter than concrete structures helps achieve this solution.<br /> A recent innovation in the use of exposed CLT is increased Thermal Mass to the soffits through the introduction of various thermal control materials. Using this new research allows for additional comfort cooling of classrooms.<br /> Solid timber (CLT) is easily sourced from several suppliers in Europe including Binder Holz and KLH in Austria. A number of these manufacturers use timber grown in the Czech Republic.</p> <p><strong>Facades</strong><br /> Accoya was selected due to its dimensional stability making it possible to achieve an elegant, slim structure having wide fixing points without risk of bending or warping. A traditional stick-system is used with Accoya timber fixed to the façade system. </p> <p>Operations and Functionality Description: 2x9 Classes<br /> Access – the main access to the building is organised form the West via a semi-public plaza at the front. School distribution is organised in such a way that all elements of the school can be operate independently.<br /> The circulation spine (6m wide) runs on the North-South axis of the building and connects all parts of school. The spine can be accessed form the main lobby and independently form the both North and South ends.<br /> The main entrance lobby is located in the central volume directly connected to the spine. Waiting area, Auditorium, Cafeteria and Kitchen are located in the central volume, allowing it to operate independently out of school hours.<br /> The Primary school is located on the right from the entrance and operates on one level. Pre-Prep is part of the Primary but can be accessed independently form the plaza drop-off. Pre-prep has its dedicated internal secure courtyard, which also has direct access to the main school playgrounds.<br /> The Secondary school is located on the left of the entrance and operates on two levels. Its main staircase is adjacent to the spine, which can be also used for sitting, gathering and exhibition activities.<br /> The waste management store is located next to the cafeteria kitchen.<br /> Access to the Gymnasium is both form the main circulation spine for school users, but also directly from the public plaza for community users out of school hours.</p> <p><strong>Future Operations and Functionality Description: 3x9 Classes</strong><br /> The building expansion is organised in such a way that it does not compromise the architectural and operational integrity of the building.<br /> The buildings volumes are deigned to allow for the required expansion towards the East:<br /> The Secondary school expands on the first floor level, creating an outdoor covered space below, which can be used as a recreation veranda.<br /> The Primary school expands on the ground floor towards the East by 9m.<br /> The Cafeteria can be expanded towards the East and island kitchen expands retaining its service capabilities and architectural feature.</p> <p>This expansion strategy ensures that the main West-facing elevation, the overall building heights and the main circulation spine are not compromised in any way.</p> <p><strong>Environmental Concept</strong></p> <p>The weather conditions in Prague are not much different from London so we followed some of the principals we applied at Eton College. Eton College had similar requirement from their fundraisers.</p> <p>What we are proposing is a ground source heat pump system that will provide heating to the school during winter. In the summer that can be reversed so cooling can also be provided to certain areas like the auditorium, gymnasium, hub rooms, etc. Having a buried insulated water tank will allow the contribution of other renewable energy sources like evaporative cooling through the use of a water fountain and rain water harvesting for top up. The low night time temperatures in the summer in Prague are ideal for the use of this system – all you need is a water fountain which will effectively provide cooling to hub rooms, etc. and it will also be a good story for the students. Rainwater harvesting will be also used for irrigation and grey water. PV panels will provide power supply to the pumps.</p> <p>With regards to the auditorium, such spaces are better served both in terms of energy use and comfort by displacement ventilation (i.e. 18⁰ C supply air temperature). This will allow the use of 100% outside air (i.e. no refrigeration). The classrooms will be also served by natural ventilation.</p> ', 'program' => 'Pre-Prep,Primary,Secondary,Gymnasium,Auditorium,Art School,Cafeteria,Flats', 'location' => 'Losbates, Prague, Czech Republic', 'area' => '6323', 'budget' => 'EUR 6 mil', 'consultants' => 'DSA Engineering, Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2018', 'image' => '269250488dcdb1f456b2be5080f7ad77.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Elena Cruz Alcami,Nikoloz Japaride,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-20 14:38:54', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth 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'2020-07-17 12:26:36', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 16 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '112', 'order' => '40', 'slug' => 'poti', 'name' => 'Poti HOJ', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Justice of Georgia', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="Pa0CxSpFirst"><span style="line-height:normal"><span class="A0" style="font-family:" wvrcfv=""><span style="color:#221e1f"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular">Poti</span></b></span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black"> is the largest port in Georgia, located on the eastern Black Sea coast in the region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti in the west of the country. Built near the site of the ancient Greek colony of Phasis, the city has become a major port city and industrial centre since the early 20th century, exporting Georgia's manganese and coal. It is also home to a main naval base and the headquarters of the Georgian navy. Poti port area is planned to become a free economic zone within the framework of a Georgian-United Arab Emirates project inaugurated in April 2008. </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The city lies at an altitude of two meters above sea level. The city's climate is humid subtropical with mild and warm winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 14.1 °C; 2 °C in January, and 22.9 °C in July. Rainfall is abundant and reaches 1,960 mm per annum.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The site</span></span></b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black"> is located in the centre of Poti on the Twelve Apostles semi-circle square filling up one of the missing gaps in the building chain of the envelope. The site is 50m wide and 80m long with short side facing the square. The surrounding area is mostly residential represented by two to four storied buildings. The Neo-Byzantine cathedral, constructed in 1906-7 is situated in the middle of the square which acts as the main focal points of radially surrounding streets. There is large theatre hall on one and new Radisson hotel on the other are being constructed adjacent to the site.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">'Rolling Stones'</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">Two dynamic objects are rolling backwards from the platform acting as dynamic forces scattering towards the square. Each of this two shapes are equal in it's form but differ in scale. By rotating each of them we introduce two completely different objects in two different states of movement. An open inclined platform acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the Twelve Apostles Square and the Cathedral. The elevated landscape acts like the sea washing of the sides of the objects creating open and enclosed courtyards within the platform. Oxidised cooper finished facades bring large amount of colour and distinguishes solid state of these 'two' objects.</span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">Programme</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The ground floor level conceits of main offices of The House of Justice including:- Prosecutor's Office- Civil Registration Agency- National Registration Agency- Energetics Office- Hall For Wedding Registration Ceremony- Main Operation Hall. The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">use the platform as a park. The enclosed part of the building would be used for a needs of House of Justice - the open platform would be used of community needs.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• A focus has been given to introducing a raised-slope platform, which has different purposes </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">throughout the year - a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Two random shaped objects represent - dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building, </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">though green colouring represent - calmness and trust.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpLast"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double-height spaces and a multipurpose roof.</span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Office,CRA/NBE/NAPR,Energetics Office,Wedding Hall,Prosecutor's Office', 'location' => 'Poti, Georgia', 'area' => '1620', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '1a84293392db8a7723185884cd99b63a.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Nika Maisuradze,Devi Kituashvili,Vano KSnelashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-21 10:47:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 17 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '55', 'order' => '42', 'slug' => 'cinema', 'name' => 'Modular Cinema', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'program' => 'cinema,cafeteria', 'location' => '', 'area' => '1600', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2014', 'image' => '28352c5056baadd9165dd9b6073f7955.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_CINEMA.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2014-03-28 16:46:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 18 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '64', 'order' => '52', 'slug' => 'origami highline', 'name' => 'Origami Highline', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Providencia, Santiago, Chile', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>The Site</strong></p> <p>The northern end of the Balmaceda park is obstructed by a traffic route, Huelen street, connecting Avenida Providencia and Avenida Andre Bello. Due to its short length and the heavy traffic of Huelen street, there is little possibility of submerging the road underground or having it pass overhead as a bridge. These length and weight considerations are the main obstacle to directly connecting the park and the territory in front of Tajamar Towers.</p> <cut> <p>The other important restriction here is the ground-level car park in close proximity to the Mapocho River, a river which includes underground waters running close to the site. The presence of these waters will make excavation difficult and expensive. Moreover one level of underground car park will only have capacity for the current number of cars, which arguably makes the underground idea redundant. So, the car park will remain at the same level but will be recombined into the new landscape design.</p> --- <p><strong>Origami</strong></p> <p>Origami is an ancient art of Japan. It is a creative method of folding paper to develop beautiful structures. Japanese origami structures feature chiseled cones achieved by making multiple folds and layers out of a single paper. The resultants are beautiful shapes and forms resembling animals shapes like boar head, birds, etc., objects like ink bottles, air crafts and other objects.</p> <p><strong>Concept – Origami Highline</strong></p> <p>The planting of 200 Sakura trees inspired the idea of completing the park with an origami-style structure. The interplay between the delicate and frizzy trees and the subtle but rigid Origami highline makes an appealing and graceful contrast. The abundance of cherry blossoms in the late spring is always highly appealing to park-users and the highline will provide a pleasing experience of the blossoms from a higher perspective. As a raised leisure area and connection bridge, Origami highline opens Balmaceda park in vertical and diagonal directions, resonating with Tajamar Towers, and bringing the territory into one whole. By folding a conical red plane three times, the flat form becomes a functional object. There are three main features of the object:</p> <ul> <li>As a bridge connection of Tajamar Towers to the park;</li> <li>As a slope on which public entertainment will take place, providing a seating area for open-air concerts, skateboarding and a viewing area from which to view the park, the Mapocho River and fountains;</li> <li>As a ‘highline’ (like in New York City), a raised space with benches and other street furniture that acts like a first-floor-level park.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Landscape</strong></p> <p>The landscape in front of the towers will be designed by mixing hardscape and softscape, blending Sakura trees through organised pedestrian paths. Sakura trees will also be integrated into the car park area. Huelin street will be paved with modern, flat cobblestones. There will be no level difference between the pavement and footpath so the park and the landscape will have a seamless flow for pedestrians. There will be illuminated safety bollards alongside the road.</p> <p><strong>Lighting</strong></p> <p>There will be solar-powered LED lighting integrated into the landscape. Every Sakura tree will be lit from below. The bridge itself will be lit from below following the supporting legs and a red LED strip light will follow the recessed edges. At night the Sakura trees will be illuminated, and a red-light zig-zag will hover above ground as it follows the Origami highline.</p> <p><strong>Structural Philosophy</strong></p> <p>The proposed structural form is a response to a natural curves formed in the crust of the earth. Timber is used as a natural material but in a form that is easy and fast to assemble on site and simple to dismantle.</p> <p>The key component is the use of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) panel technology that is produced in significant quantities in Chile. The panels are produced and transported in sizes up to 3m x 18m and is a revolutionary use of timber as it is as strong as concrete but a fifth of the weight.</p> <p>The decking structure is formed from CLT panels cut to shape and laid on glu)laminated roof truss beams that are spaced at 6m centres. The main display wall is a solid CLT panel system that provides the key stability for the structure. CLT is registered for seismic design in Latin America.</p> </cut>', 'program' => 'Highline', 'location' => 'Santiago, Chile', 'area' => '12', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => 'Archiplan (Chile)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => 'a61df6b340aeec4e684b68bd9dd1ff44.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Providencia.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Dominykas Daunis,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2015-01-28 17:46:41', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 19 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '117', 'order' => '54', 'slug' => 'batumi-campus', 'name' => 'Batumi Campus', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Batumi City Hall', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="CxSpFirst" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The site is located adjacent to Batumi University and serves as one of the focal points along the boulevard. The surrounding area is mostly residential with hotels and public recreational zones like Park 26 May and lake Nuri. The site is overlooking the courtyard and opens views along the cost. There is a university building adjacent to the site and which heighten activity in the area. New Radisson hotel from the north-west is the main visual marker in relation to the building.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">“The Knowledge Hole”</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The concept behind this building is the idea of “The Knowledge Hole” as a public space which acts like viewing platform overlooking the city. However, the building is positioned as a wall, the hole becomes main focal points connecting two sides of the site.</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The building is formed as a single volume. The programme is distributed in staggering of each component on top of each other. Building is divided in two parts by corridor and two service-cores in both ends of 50 m long corridor. The hole intersects the corridor with</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">Programme</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The density and mixture of programme of the proposed building has emerged based on a number of considerations:</span></span> </span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• Primarily, the desire to bring different aspects of urban life</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">to a residential area. In other words, to provide open elevated platforms for enjoying panoramic views of the city</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• A focus has been given to introducing mixed-programme platforms on different levels of the building. There are no existing viewing platforms for public use in the old city area. The inclusion of elevated platforms in the building will define</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">its uniqueness and importance in Batumi</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• The programme mixture has been driven by a comprehensive feasibility study and market assessment in which various asset classes were analysed. The relative opportunities for each component of programme resulted in an optimal development mix to meet possible public needs</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• 27 levels of building programme have been introduced to maximise the use of land and budget</span></span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Education,Sport,Terrace - park,Common Features,Administration,Mechanical,Service,Lobby,Parking', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '21060', 'budget' => '$40mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010', 'image' => 'a11d592eb8c9efe45ab288caf1d84930.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Batumi Campus.pdf', 'team' => 'Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2020-07-17 13:21:35', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 20 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '56', 'order' => '59', 'slug' => 'hloubetin', 'name' => 'Hloubetin Community Centre, Prague District 14', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Prague ', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Site<br /> The community centre and library in Hloubetin is positioned at the edge of the historic gardens of a castle and St. Georges church. The castle is surrounded by a containing wall and there is a gap in the wall which coincides with the plot of the community centre.</p> <p>Concept<br /> This structure represents the idea of the gate, encapsulating the spirit of community and integration. It speaks to the ‘within and without’ nature of the historic wall by positively embodying the concept of connection: between society, culture and garden. The emphasis on permeability in this design means street and garden are given to each other. Likewise, the building itself opens in various ways onto the garden allowing for a variety of architectural formulations for public events.</p> --- <p><br /> Urban strategy<br /> Historically, the church and the castle formed the centre of Hloubetin. A wise approach to upgrading the townscape must include developing and restoring the centre to attract visitors and create a community hub. By re-emphasising the historical centre indeed the whole area could be pedestrianized this creates a platform, both literally and metaphorically where a market place, restaurants, cafes, an organised car park, local shops can be properly sited. This proposed pedestrianized zone places Hloubetin exactly within the European tradition of the central square.</p> <p>Planning & Interior<br /> The building addresses its historical setting and forms a gate for modern life. Each of the spaces open onto the street and lead to the garden. The public café acts as a main entrance and a lobby, which gives directly onto the street.<br /> The internal lines of the structure speak to the wall itself, texturally suggesting extrapolation of the historic wall. The walls act like objects themselves in their functions as bookshelves, stairs, coffee bar, etc. They are configured as displaced parts of the ‘castle wall’ creating divisions in the programme a multifunction hall & community hall; a library; a and a public cafeteria. Each part of the programme is interconnected through ramps and stairs. The dividing volumes are designed as modular timber structures as ‘walls’ which contain various service components such as a book depository & drop off point; a bar; a cloak room; stairs; ramps; picture display; internet access screens; and chair storage. The basement level is dedicated to library depository, technical rooms, kitchen, public toilets and staff changing rooms, with two exit staircases.<br /> The 1st level is dedicated to quiet reading rooms, libraries, offices and a communication bridge. The walls and ground floor levels are adjusted to the landscape levels allowing seamless flow of public from the street to the garden. Glass doors surrounding the building on the ground level open to the garden and to the street allowing free flow of public in and out. The resulting interior is clean lined, light filled and neutral, and will form a simple but functional backdrop to the colour provided by books and day to day activities of the community members.</p> <p>Materials<br /> The structural elements of the object-walls, the facades and the roof are made out of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) grid 60x60x30cm. The basement slab is laid from reinforced concrete, the walls are made of foundation blocks. The ground floor slab is made of deck boards upon glue lam beams. The object-walls are composed with the technique of modular blocking used for shelving. The surfaces in between the shelves, vertically and horizontally, are filled with 25mm four layer polycarbonate colour sheets. Polycarbonate sheets provide good acoustic insulation and thermal control, which is useful when using the building in separate parts. 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A 17m long Stella indicates the main entrance to the pavilion from the main pedestrian artery of the exhibition, and continues into the field roof. The inside of the walls and ceiling of the pavilion is designed as an interactive screen with constantly changing images. The dynamic architecture of the pavilion emphasises the continuous link between technology and nature.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The proposed concept is an example of so called 'quantum' architecture, since the roof and the wall comprise single form, where the natural and the technological complement each other. Such an approach fits well into the latest trends of modern architecture, and puts the Russian Pavilion on an equal footing among other national pavilions, combining depth of analysis and contemporary design.</p> ', 'program' => '- Exhibition,Event Hall,Stage', 'location' => 'Plot No. 45 Expo Milan', 'area' => '3000', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Structural Engineers - Engenuiti ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '577a56e9d22e6c9d7374509d78d294ea.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_EXPO2015.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Yakim Milev,Sabrina Moreale,Buster Ronngren,Ksenia Zizina', 'created' => '2013-12-13 10:02:07', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 22 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '38', 'order' => '62', 'slug' => 'mushtaidi-development', 'name' => 'Mushtaidi Development', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Tbilisi is he largest city and the capital of Georgia, lying on the banks of Mtkvari River. Located in the South Caucasus at 41° 43' North Lat. and 44° 47' East Long. The city was founded in the 5th century by Vakhtang Gorgasali, the Georgian King of Iberia. The city has more than 100 different ethnic groups. Tbilisi has been historically known for religious tolerance. This is especially evident in the city's Old Town, where a mosque, synagogue, and Eastern and Oriental Orthodox churches can all be found within less than 500 metres (1,600 ft) from each other. The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-770 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The Site The site is located in the centre of Tbilisi (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site is an abandoned open air (non-standard) football pitch and wild greenery not being used for more than 15 years. The size of the plot is 23.600m2. The surrounding area morphology varies there is Mushtaidi Gardens from one side and the bier brewery from the other adjacent to the site. There is a residential area with the library and some sport facilities nearby. B. Paitchadze UEFA standard stadium with maximum capacity 80.000 people is located in about 200m from the site. This stadium is main counterpoint to the development with its size and height. Eight lane embankment is about 6m below the Mushtaidi gerdens supported by the concrete wall. This level difference gives good conditions for phasing of development of the plot. The site is encircled by the First Children's railway constructed 1935 (see below). This project conciders renovation of the railway with new mini stations integrated into the development. Programme The building has complex programme distribution on different levels starting from the below: Office Lobby, Supermarket, Storages, Technical, Swimming Pool, Cafes & Restaurants, Retail Offices (upper deck) The Deck IMAX 3d Cinema Ellipse Residential Towers The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can use the site as a continuation of Mushtaidi park. Underneath the deck-platform would be used for hanging cafes & restaurants. There is the direct access to the IMAX 3D cinema ellipse from the park. A focus has been given to introducing a raised deck-platform, to liberate the land and connect directly to the garden. The deck platform has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a ice skating in winter. The deck platform will be divided into residential and public areas. IMAX cinema is positioned in the middle of the development thus connecting all functions of the building becoming a centre of composition and the programme. The twin towers 160m tall represent dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building. These towers will be the tallest towers in the city. Introducing the deck-platform as the main interactionpoint of the programme was derived from an analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the deck platform making the deck-platform an open connection zone through the retail. The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a two underground levels of storages and parking which connects Kipiani str. and the embankmentre covered in ETFE. </p> ', 'program' => 'Office,Supermarket,Retail,Car Park Pool,IMAX 3D,Residential,Park', 'location' => 'Left Embankment, Tbilisi,Georgia', 'area' => '83504', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '758e48dc275b24c204e3b1e99dd4046a.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_MGD.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Rusudan Margishvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:15:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 23 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '24', 'order' => '65', 'slug' => 'gelenjik', 'name' => 'Gelendjik', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Our client requested that we generate four different residential areas: standard acommodations; an apart-hotel; villas with private beaches;<br /> villas with bigger plots facing the tree park. 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just on the outskirts of the city centre and close to the Tbilisi Court building. The building was completed in February 2012. The brief was to create workspace for 60 members of staff, a substantial lobby and car parking. Work began in May 2011 and the building was completed in early 2012. The building consists of a stalwart, stark black frame that has luminous, delicate volumes suspended within it. 70% of the building is freestanding away from the sides and the ground creating an impression of ‘floating’ forms. The volumes make way for a passageway to one side of the building, creating a physical transparency of the building that is alluded to throughout the design.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The suspended volumes are staggered so that they create terraces and balconies. The interior intelligently uses glass to create a feeling of transparency and light, in contrast to the dark impenetrable framework. The ground floor serves as the main access area with security check in and lobby. </p> <p>The top floor is dedicated to the Prosecutor's office, a meeting room, canteen and veranda for use by staff. A sky park, or roof garden, is used for conferences and celebrations. In contrast to the openness of the front facing facade, the back of the building is smooth and functional with few windows. The choice of materials and the form have been chosen to reflect the function of the building.<br /> The stark geometry of the black frame represents the uncompromising nature of the legal system. Inside the building, a clustered, mirrored volume endlessly throws reflections: “The semantic message here is that the centre is unknowable purely because it is an endless reflection and ordering of the world around it”, says Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze. “The structure mirrors the brain; the glass exterior mimics the lobar matter which processes exterior realities, while the hypothalamus is the centre of the nervous system controlling temperature, hunger, thirst and fatigue”.</p> ', 'program' => 'Offices', 'location' => '8 Aghmashenebeli av. 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The brief was to create a Public Service Hall, a Wedding Hall and Municipal Offices. Work on the project began at the end of January, 2012, and the building was completed in mid-September, 2012. The building was constructed in 168 days with a progressive drafting schedule.</p> <p>The architects explain that the building is a juxtaposition between a building and a sculpture. It is not divided into floors but is comprised of volumes each volume of the building can function separately from the other. Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze explains: ‘Lazika Town Hall is a rectilinear experiment in the vertical displacement of solid mass'. ‘This is a series of floating objects which should set the stage for this new city on the marshlands.</p> <p>---</p> <p><br /> The local architecture was historically stilt-supported so there is natural precedent here,’ says Japaridze. He cites Yona Friedman’s ‘floating city’ as the main correlation point for this project. The ambition of this project was to make a building as a sculpture made out of one material. The suspended volumes create public spaces, separated from each other, forming a monument, and saliently, a benchmark for the new architecture of new futuristic city. Our priority here was the void, not the mass we began with the empty space since this is a project of the future and there is no memory to which solid mass might refer.</p> <p> </p> <p>Instead of carving voidspace from a cube, we have done the reverse. It is a void with volumes inserted and each volume has a fragile connection to the others, via the void. For example, there is a red glass tube (the elevators) connecting the lower floors with the top cubic volume so the experience is of transition, as though through red lens. When you navigate the building, the voids are felt more than the solid forms it can be daunting at times. Paul Grimes, director of Engenuiti, describes the structure: ‘The structural frame is constructed from steel, utilizing a series of raking steel columns to produce the dramatic floated upper platform. Challenges include the seismic conditions and the sympathetic employment of local skills to achiev what will be an iconic statement of architectural ambition’.</p> <p> </p> <p>The foundation solution was for 80 piles 800mm diameter (has bbeen installed through rotary percussion methods)and up to 25m deep. Control of settlements due to organic layers and control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event were the main concerns. A key consideration in the design was the need to control costs where possible but also to use local materials and local labour so as to give the maximum benefit to the local economy. Normally this would push the design towards a structural concrete solution in Georgia. However the complexity of the project dictated that the project is best developed using a Structural Steel Framing Solution.</p> <p>The Site</p> <p>Lazika is a newly founded city on the Black Sea coast, located on previously uninhabited coastal wetlands. Lazika is located one mile to the south of the sea resort Anaklia and 3 miles south of Georgia's border with Abkhazia. The name 'Lazika' refers to the Graeco-Roman name for the region. The city’s existence was announced in December, 2011 by President Saakashvili, and established upon the completion of the Lazika municipality building in September 2012. The city remains in limbo with only one building, the municipality building, having been constructed. Currently, Lazika's future hangs in the balance, as the new government decides its course of action. The architecture of this particular area (Mengrelia West Georgia) reflects environmental considerations. The region has high level of humidity and dump soil, so local peoples traditionally built houses on stilts with no foundation to encourage ventilation from underneath and keep the structure dry. The site is almost at the existing mean sealevel and hence the client needed to be aware of the risks associated with anticipated global warming and subsequent sea level rises which could be in excess of 1m during the next century (based on climate modeling).The water table is between 1 and 1.5 m below ground level. Our main concerns included the control of settlement due to organic layers and the control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event. The Caucasus region, in which the site is located, is one of the most seismically active regions in the Alpine-Himalayan collision belt. This seismicity is driven on a global scale by the collision of the African and Arabian tectonic plates with the Eurasian plate. Based on our understanding of the regional geology it is valid to assume one of the worst ground conditions for seismic design Ground Profile E to EC8. The water table is between 1 to 1.5 m below ground level.</p> <p>Elevated Plinths</p> <p>The three volumes of this structure are all detached from the ground at different levels. Each of these three shapes are devoted to different functions. Each of these three volumes operates self-sufficiently and has its own entrance from the street but they are also interconnected. The volume on the ground level is designated as the main Public Services Hall, with easy access at street level. The second volume is dedicated for use as a wedding ceremony hall with direct access to a large terrace. The third volume floats 20m above the ground and contains office spaces. Only pillars and circulation points touch the ground. The perforated steel sheet cladding finishing of the facade of the top volume bring 50% transparency and lend a solid quality to the volume at the same time. The steel frame structure is integrated throughout all parts of the design and this frame is exposed to emphasise the building's technology and spirit of innovation. The top volume have the dimensions of 35mx35m, and its downward projection describes the contours of the building which is a parallelogram containing positive and negative space. A specific appearance was given to each functional volume the transparent (public hall), the semi-transparent (wedding hall), and the translucent (offices). The public hall has clear walls on all four sides. The wedding hall is a dynamic volume where floor, wall and ceiling utilises the same material and the curve they describe brings dynamics to the adjacent terrace which lies underneath the top volume. The top volume is an enclosed mass, concentrated on the activity of office work, but it too, gives precedence to the void at its centre.</p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall', 'location' => 'Lazika, Georgia ', 'area' => '2075', 'budget' => '$9 mil ', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi', 'awards' => 'Finalist Office Award OfficeNext2013 Moscow ', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '45c0cffd63e2b19bd924e0f5da35d4be.jpg', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Lazika.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 19:00:18', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '41', 'order' => '2', 'slug' => 'national-olympic-committee-house', 'name' => 'National Olympic Committee House', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'National Olympic Committee GEONOC', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>The practice was appointed by GEONOC to complete the restoration of the exterior, landscape design of surrounding gardens, museum design and office spaces for over 100 members of staff. The building is situated in the southern part of the city in the historical quarter rich in 18th century German, French and Italian architecture. The construction was completed at the end of 2011. The building was originally built in the 19th century as a private residence and has been used for government purposes since the 1960s. While the exterior maintains its classical attributes, the interior is strongly contemporary and demonstrates a definitive move away from the Soviet architecture of the past. </p> <p>---</p> <p>Architects of Invention worked on all elements of the interior, from the intriguing reception desk a standard rectangular table that is fissured with an arresting crevice that cuts deeply through the centre to the athletic track markings on the floor that guide visitors around the interactive displays for young visitors to the museum. Perhaps the most striking element of the scheme is the staircase that winds through the building’s four storeys, linking exhibitions spaces and offices. The architects had to reinforce the basement level to allow large openings in the walls of the upper storeys so that the staircase could penetrate the structure. The staircase is a steel frame with MDF panels and the frame, steps and handrails are finished with maple veneer. The seemingly endless twists and turns of the staircase refer to the limitless possibilities of human achievement.</p> <p>Architect Nikoloz Japaridze explains “This work represents the idea of dynamics in sport with the abstract compositions of the staircase and the reception table. The first object you encounter is the introverted desk with its never-ending fissure, and then you meet the extroverted staircase like the open path to Olympus, where the summit meets its own reflection, inferring that striving never ends, that there is no limit to human achievement”.<cut><cut><cut></cut></cut></cut></p> <cut></cut>', 'program' => 'Office', 'location' => '11 Machabeli street, Tbilisi, Georgia ', 'area' => '2300', 'budget' => '$1 mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => 'Best Office Award OfficeNext2012 Moscow', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '5d2b902537e6842161e07c59e2a1525c.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_NOCH.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:29:47', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '42', 'order' => '3', 'slug' => 'house-of-justice', 'name' => 'House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to submit a proposal by Georgia’s House of Justice. The brief included a design for a 1500m2 building to house 95 members of staff and a flow of 400 users a day, to serve Ozurgeti’s population of 15,000. Construction began in September 2011.<cut></cut><br /> </p> <p><cut>The Ministry building brings together a number of services - the Civil Registry Agency, National Agency of Public Registry, National Archives of Georgia, National Bureau of Enforcement and Notary Chamber - under one roof, creating a new blueprint for a government building. Inspired by a classical Greek form, the Ministry is fronted with regular columns, but, rather than a rendered façade, the columns support a canopy beneath which are two independent and contrasting glass volumes. The size of the Public Hall defines the first volume, which is rectangular and also contains office space.--- The second volume is oval and set apart from the rectangular block to accommodate a covered entrance and public walkway between the buildings, connecting the square to one of Ozurgeti’s major boulevards. Each form is double-storied and linked by an underground corridor. The exteriors and interiors are uniform white, adding to a sense of luminosity. The choice of 100% transparent low emission glass creates brightness inside the building. This building is contextual, with a clear relationship to the city and its surroundings. It invites public interaction and its presence modernises the square with its existing residential buildings, a former local art museum and a 400-seat theatre.</cut></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall,Offices,Wedding Hall', 'location' => 'Ioane Petritsi street, Ozurgeti, Georgia', 'area' => '1560', 'budget' => '$2.5 Mil', 'consultants' => 'Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi,', 'awards' => 'Best Project Award at Moscow Architecture Biennale 2012', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => 'a205a9d9d80daef54fc2e169f6d6c48e.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_OZ.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:41:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '120', 'order' => '10', 'slug' => 'NMKL', 'name' => 'National Museum of Korean Literature', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Korea', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The story is printed by us</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Just as ink revolutionised the written word, the printing press revolutionised book publication– 3D printing revolutionises architecture, how we build, with a view to innovation and sustainability. Cheaper, quicker, easier— sustainable. The importance of literary culture is promoted by bringing future technology and innovation – narrative and form combine, printed in an architectural gesture.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Hand drawing manifestation</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In re-establishing the primacy of hand-drawing and its original possibilities in the making of buildings, the 3D printing approach is more sensual than it first seems. A return to the rudimentary skills of a drawing using the printing tool makes art of buildings. The manifestation of a hand-drawing, printed to form a building opens amazing possibilities in the expression of cultural and expansive gestures within the built environment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The rational vs the irrational in architecture</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The comparison of a free-hand movement with controlled structural patterns highlights the contrast between 3D printed and traditional construction technology. Traditional concrete technology follows established methods, bound to the supply chain production rationalisation of manufacturing, which insisted upon technology based on the formwork dimension governed grid.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">3D technology eliminates this notion of the grid-based rationalisation systems by using ‘singular’ material and its bottom-to-top layering method. No more factory-based rationalised supply chain systems. Post-rationalisation collides with a rationalisation of the meaningless combination of elements confined to a sequence forming a conglomerate of an organism, while the organism is a singular motion, technique, material and a free form. No more container stacked rectangles. Shape does not matter, if the rational resonates with the desired outcome. The expression of thoughts, unconstrained by technology leads to a liberation of thought itself. Just as ink made it possible to record and translate thought, not only in the form of words as symbols, but also in the generation of stories. A story can be anything, a narrative, a multi-layered, polyphonic, flowing whole—why should architecture be constrained by building blocks, unable to fully express itself, always relying on a heavy industrial supply chain?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The singularity I’m referring to points to essential and ultimate ways of living. It is the creating of singular solutions for multiple functions, forms and purposes. It is difficult to reconcile architecture’s singularity with the awareness of its multiple conditions and consequences. There is a fragile boarder between the Post-humanistic scientific approach and more traditional humanism with the emphasis on the singular. Parametricism denies human input except for a methodologic matrix control. All parameters are pre-set in the given conditions of the place (sun, wind, climate, market conditions, programme) so human input is a monitoring stance, making choices in a random order, mostly based on the intuition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity focuses on architecture as a singular object - aesthetic, formal, self-contained and irreducible to the conditions from which it emerges or the effects it stimulates. Architecture is an isolation from determining multiplicities or programme, creating homogeneous unity in a homogenous space. Functions can no longer be differentiated but they are alienated into ephemeral hybridisation.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Challenge in the Principle is this: the post-humanistic (that is, robots) versus the human (that is, the individual/singular). Architecture can no longer be critical, because it depends on pre-determined, automatic choices of the parametric input matrix, which we, as a society, made possible by accepting the notion of progress via google, uber, amazon and grasshopper.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><strong><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The site is currently vacant. From three sides it has no surrounding roads. The access is restricted to 15.5m width from the North-West side, where the pavement changes its texture. The slope drops by 9m from South-East. The longest border is adjacent to the scheduled by 2022 development of the Arts Village residential area. The site area 13, 248 m2 with very narrow shape at the South-West corner.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Topography and Natural Environment</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Located at the west side of Bukhansan National Park and the boundary of Eunpyeong New Town, the site has an affluent natural environment where Bukhansan Mountain is on the east and Imalsan Mountain is on the northwest. The Neighborhood Park of Gijachon District 1 adjacent to the site was formed in 2014, with a gate ball court, fitness center, forest playground, outdoor stage, and others outdoor experience. Among the eight Bukhansan Dulle-gil courses that are stretched south and east of the site, Cloud Garden and the Eunpyeong trails are connected. The height difference between the 124m altitude of the pedestrian passage of the Arts Village and 133m altitude of the trail adjacent to Bukhansan Dulle-gil is about 9m.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Design overview</span></span></span></b></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The envisioned building for this museum is arranged on 3 levels, including basement. Its overall height above ground (building shape) is 25m. The building footprint is a prolonged trapezoidal form of 112,500m long by 75m at its shortest side. The total footprint area is 7,253.5 m2, which is about 55% of the site area. The building is situated in the middle of the plot creating front and back outdoor areas. The building volume is positioned at the lowest level of the site’s sloped landscape and its roof profile aligns with the landscape behind the building providing easy access to the roof garden. The entire roof-surface serves as an outdoor garden for leisure purposes with views towards the built-up area and mountain range. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The main entrance to the site, for both vehicles and pedestrians, is accessed at the North-West side, at the end of Yeonseo-ro within 15.5m access area. Pedestrian access is to the left towards the main entrance of the museum; vehicles enter on the right, towards the drop-off, the carpark entrance and the delivery point at the far end of the building. The main entrance to the building is organised at the front yard from the North, which is flattened as a result of a cut-out landscape.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">There are three levels to the building: The -1 floor has a double height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park; The ground floor includes the main entrance to the building, an administration office, a double-height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park. The +1 floor includes a museum and its supporting facilities, a museum shop, a cafeteria, a community hall, and education facilities. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Four stair & lift cores serve as the building circulation and maintenance. There is a goods-lift with direct access to the museum facility. The main entrance is a triple height space with reception, toilets, two stairs and lift core at the both ends. Large circular stairs give access to the first-floor museum area. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Architecture</span></span></span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> of the building is a collection of randomised shapes formed by vertical walls which meander through the building creating the building mass. The two lower floors are organised as back-of-house with regular flat slabs and columns, where the first floor is an arched space cut through the walls creating a large open space to encapsulate the main museum and community facilities. Transparent and translucent glass partitions segregate functional spaces where necessary. NMKL thus realises a space that symbolizes multi-dimensional enjoyment of Korean Literature.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In order to achieve this kind of architecture, <b>3D Concrete Printing Technology</b> is feasible to be utilised. In comparison with traditional concrete formwork building, 3D printed technology makes very complex shapes and structures possible with a significant reduction of cost, time and materials. This gives a unique quality as the singular materiality of concrete is maintained throughout the exterior and interior of the building. Ecologically sustainable mixing aggregates, such as clay, basalt, fibreglass, offer different colours and textures creating a most exciting architecture<span style="color:#453ccc">.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"> </p> ', 'program' => 'Parking,Office Area,Collection Storage,Education Area,Common Space,Complex Cultural Space,Circulation', 'location' => 'Seoul, Korea', 'area' => '196802', 'budget' => '48, 496 Million KRW (£30, 900,000 GBP)', 'consultants' => 'STU (Structure), Nec (M&E), IERI (Urban planning), GZA (Transport)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2021', 'image' => 'e1f2e4b37a475711343ba0aa8e026e6d.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Nikoloz Japaridze,Ilia Gamisonia,Simon Gatehouse,Eka Kankava,Stefan Nest', 'created' => '2021-06-29 16:23:38', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Archirost', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => 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Gamisonia,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Zaal Siprashvili,Tamar Tekhova', 'created' => '2023-07-04 18:53:07', 'modified' => '2024-02-29 19:32:27', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Shandrokha', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 6 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '119', 'order' => '12', 'slug' => 'metro', 'name' => 'Metro Station', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Centre Agency', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span lang="EN" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Station "Prospect Marshal Zhukov"</span></span></b></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="vertical-align:middle"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:9.5pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black">Consortium of London-based practice <b>Architects of Invention (AI)</b> and <b>Nowadays</b> of Moscow has submitted a design proposal for Metro Station. 5 teams were shortlisted to enter an international competition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The station design is based on a consistent repetition of round sectors that make up the column that frame the platform. They combine an architectural element, engineering systems (ventilation) and a light source.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> Columns remind of various telescopic devices and products - antennas, mechanical "legs" of construction or space vehicles. It is a dedication to the mechanistic, retro-futuristic beauty of Moscow underground.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Blue, red and silver make up the palette of the project. The prevailing blue on the platform, combined with red, lends the space a sporty vitality. The soft silver light poured into the underground lobby creates a clean space in which it is equally pleasant to find yourself, both at the beginning and at the end of the path.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The entire design of the station is based on the repetition of a single element - a thin aluminum tube. From the walls of the underground vestibule along the escalators, it descends onto the columns of the platform and turns into a giant pipe of the underground station.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> All parts of the station are subject to a single color logic. Red accents accompany all parts of the station, from the outdoor pavilion to the platform. The outdoor pavilion is dominant blue with red accents; the lobby is an all-white and silver space with red accents; the station hall is a kind of culmination - an active combination of blue, red and white.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">46 identical columns create an impressive space united by a single technique. A row of columns reproduces the image of mechanical sliding legs that go down and merge with the white floor. The contact points of the elements are highlighted with red light. The color design is based on the gradual transition from dark blue to light silver-white, from top to bottom, which seems to dissolve the columns in space as they approach the floor.</span></span></span></span></span></div> ', 'program' => 'entrance pavilion,ticket hall,escalators,station hall & platform', 'location' => 'Prospect Zhukova, Moscow, Russia', 'area' => '700', 'budget' => '£4mil', 'consultants' => 'Yarko-Yarko', 'awards' => '3rd Prize Winner', 'year' => '2020', 'image' => '536601ce173f42dc127d3d61f24faa10.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'London AI team: Nikoloz Japaridze,Ruth Sullivan,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Giorgi Khetsuriani,Moscow Nowadays team: Natalia Mastalerz,Nata Tatunashvili,Alena Grandkina,Dina Khodunova', 'created' => '2020-10-14 13:20:46', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '0', 'photographer' => 'Archirost', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '65', 'order' => '22', 'slug' => 'nineelmsbridge', 'name' => 'Nine Elms Bridge', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Wandsworth Council', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>The Nine Elms - Pimlico Bridge: The Clip<br /> The new link between historic Pimlico and the cutting-edge development at Nine Elms should express the city’s ambitions for those neighbourhoods and for London as a whole.</p> <p>On the south side, a gateway that will define a modern development; on the north side, a seamless entrance to classic Pimlico and Victoria beyond. Over the river, two asymmetrical arches gracefully soar over a continuous loop a striking geometry that refers to London’s other bridges while reproducing none of them.</p> <p>Dedicated cycling lanes mean that The Clip will become a vital artery for commuters. The separate pedestrian paths and public realm frame new perspectives on the city making it a place to linger, meet friends and enjoy the view. The vertical arches and the horizontal loop frame vistas east and west towards the London Eye and the revitalised Battersea Power Station. Separation of the walkways results in a different viewing experience, through the loop at passing boats and out towards the city.</p> <p>The design is sensitive both to the white stucco-fronted Regency architecture of Pimlico, and also to the sculptural and innovative ideas of the new Nine Elms. The cycle lanes are accessible through ramps, while there are segregated ramps and lifts for pedestrian and disabled users. The landing points touch lightly on either side forming a safe and seamless transition for all users. With its unobstructed views and spacious walkways.The Clip will become an attraction for both Londoners and visitors.</p> <p>The Clip: Bringing Londoners Together</p> ', 'program' => 'pedestrian & cycle bridge', 'location' => 'London, UK', 'area' => '240', 'budget' => '£40 mil', 'consultants' => 'Hewson Consulting, Engenuiti, Edenvale Young, Hyland Edgar Driver, Lumieres Studio, Gardiner & Theobald, Savills', 'awards' => 'Shortlisted', 'year' => '2015-2017', 'image' => '7bf3c5c674b532b5855f765c5ee05c77.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Nine Elms Bridge.pdf', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2015-03-17 13:22:23', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '75', 'order' => '24', 'slug' => 'skijump', 'name' => 'Ski Jump K-75 Reconstruction', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>VOROB’EVI HILLS</p> <p>(in 1935-1999 — the Lenin Hills) one of the most beautiful places in Moscow. It is a high right bank of the Moscow River. Located opposite the Luzhniki Stadium, considered one of the "Seven Hills of Moscow." Neskuchny garden is adjacent to the site from the east. It is 80 meters high from the Moscow river.</p> <p>The landscape of mountains forms a self titled Vorob’evi Park, a part of which survived three ponds, as well as an array of broad-leaved forests. On Vorob’evi Hills offers the most extensive and picturesque panoramas of the capital.</p> <p>SKI JUMP</p> <p>In 1953 the ski Jump was erected on the hill, an illuminated ski slope with chairlift of 340 meters long.</p> <p>In early 2015, plans were announced to renovate and build a new ski jump and a cableway between the Vorob’evi hills and the stadium "Luzhniki", which would combine sightseeing, transportation and sports functions.</p> <p>---</p> <p>"A BEAM OF LIGHT"</p> <p>The proposed ski jump type K-75 is designed for training and demonstration jumps. The idea behind the scheme is allegorical representation of a "Beam of Light" as a symbol of speed and flight. Simple subversive rectangular supporting structure "case" of the ski jump creates an image of rigor and accuracy of the calculation of the flight and the competition and bent stuffing flexibility and a sense of freedom flight. The rectangular shape of its sculptural simplicity emphasizes the beauty of the landscape Vorob’evi Hills and the monumental complex of the university.<br /> It blends harmoniously into the environment without breaking but rather adding to its integrity.</p> <p>The supporting structure is fabricated from a metal truss which rests on a single point of contact with the hill that allows to build the upper part of the mast hopping without supports. Slope design allows 28 degrees to keep the structure on the same support and Macalloy rod systems which stretches from the foot of the ramp (see. Section)</p> <p>At the top mark of the ski jump is a preparatory platform for athletes and an observation deck with a bar for tourists. Inclined elevator hidden in the left side of the structure is used to transport athletes to the site, and the vertical lift, with capacity of 75 persons / hour on Kosygin Street, serves visitors to the observation deck.</p> ', 'program' => 'ski jump,ski school,viewing platform,restaurant', 'location' => 'Vorob'evil Hills, Moscow', 'area' => '4000', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '53fd22072af36f8e7840b66be27e2925.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava,Nikita Tsymbla', 'created' => '2017-02-10 15:52:44', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Andrey Narodnitskiy', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '108', 'order' => '26', 'slug' => 'mtskheta', 'name' => 'Mtskheta House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Justice of Georgia', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Mtskheta</strong> (Georgian: </span></span></span><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">მცხეთა</span></span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">)</span></span><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"> one of the oldest cities of the country of Georgia (in Kartli province of Eastern Georgia), established 1000 BC, is located approximately 20 kilometres north of Tbilisi at the confluence of the Aragvi and Kura rivers. The city (population 19,423 as of January 1, 2008) "Historical Monuments of Mtskheta" became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Mtskheta has great attraction of tourist because of Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and <strong>Jvari convent</strong>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-450 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Svetitskhoveli Cathedral </strong>(Georgian: , svet'icxovlis sak'atedro t'adzari; literally, "the Living Pillar Cathedral") is a Georgian Orthodox cathedral known as the burial site of Christ's mantle. It presently functions as the seat of the archbishop of Mtskheta and Tbilisi, who is at the same time Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia. Cathedral was built in the 11th century by the Georgian architect Arsukisdze.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The site</strong> is located in the centre of Mtskheta (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site has wild greenery not being used for a while. The size of the plot is 1000m2. The surrounding area morphology mostly consists of residential buildings. There is Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in about 300m from the site, establishing strong visual connection. There is a library and some sport facilities nearby. There is another signifi-cant visual link to the site - Jvari convent situated on top of the mountain the Right bank of mtkvari and overlooks Mtskheta.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The idea</strong> of the proposed building emerged based on a number of consider-ations: </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Primarily, the desire to establish visual and conceptual links to Svetitskhoveli </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">Cathedral and Jvari convent</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• A focus has been given to introducing an open space under a sole arched </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">roof. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Wedding hall is positioned in the middle of the building under the solid cone</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The cone composition represents - dynamics, solidity and distinguished </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">purpose of the building. Chamfered volumes reveal the space to the external viewer, thus emphasizing transparency and welcoming aura</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Introducing multi-arched space combines and synthesises programme </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">blending functions with easy flow</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">the use of land and budget.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project is single stage construction using concrete structure with </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">premade planking</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The building has simple programme distribution on 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New 25 km boulevard is passing in the front of the slope. The surrounding area is mostly recreational with hotels and a public square. There is an old 19 century navigation lighthouse on the site and is incorporated into the building. Back of building is open towards the square with 3D cinema, gallery, cafes and restaurants.</p> <p>Lighthouse 'Mys Burun Tabiya'</p> <p>Date unknown (early 1900s) (station established under Ottoman rule in 1863). Active; focal plane 20 m (66 ft); two red flashes every 6 s. 17 m (56 ft) octagonal masonry tower with lantern and gallery. Lighthouse painted white; lantern dome is dark metallic. Russia built a lighthouse here in 1883, replacing a smaller Turkish light. Located on the point of Mys (Cape) Burun Tabiya, which partly shelters the harbor of Batumi, about 1 km (0.6 mi) northwest of the harbor light. Site open, tower closed. Admiralty E5768; NGA 19324.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Elevated Landscape</strong></p> <p>The concept behind this building centres on the notion of an elevated landscape, an open public platform which acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the performance on the stage. However, the elevated landscape has one advantage over a ground-level plan, which is that it preserves the original land surface. The whole platform overlooks the sea and maintains access to the whole programme below.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The building is essentially a horizontal platform which was lifted to liberate the space below and then tilted to expose views to the sea and create an quasi amphitheatrical shape. The area of the site is equal to the total gained roof terrace area. So the roof acts like a facade and a platform at the same time. But it is also an extension of the boulevard. The platform is linked to the boulevard by a broad set of stairs, which are designed be actively used by the public for sitting and enjoying the views.</p> <p>This proposed landmark building is an elevated landscape with emphasis on preserving the horizontal qualities of the site. It interacts with the sea views as viewed from without and within.</p> <p>The slope incorporates a specially dedicated new office for the lighthouse and a protected zone from the deck. There is exclusive access for lighthouse employees. The lighting of the deck itself in the evening is minimal and arranged so that it doesn't interfere with the working of the lighthouse. An optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Programme</strong></p> <p>The top level includes a cafe and a stage with audience seating for 700 people. The stage is 20m x 20m which can accommodate a different range of musical performance from a 40 piece classical orchestra to jazz bands and rock groups. This stage is accompanied by an open air cafe, which has access from the ground floor with a lift. On the other side of the platform there is a lounge bar, which faces the lighthouse on one side and the other side overlooks the city square below. Underneath the platform is a 3D cinema for 100 people, an additional cafe and bar, various shops and a bicycle/roller-skate rental office. There are two different volumes that overhang the ground floor and these will contain the cafes. The ground floor and the top deck are interconnected by a ramp, a spiral staircase in the middle of the building and two lifts for the disabled. There is direct access from the ground floor to the boulevard.</p> <p><strong>Interaction</strong></p> <p>The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations:</p> <p>Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large gatherings of people assemble while keeping the stage as a temporary structure for the festival season. The building would be used for a variety of community needs during the year. The stage is a temporary structure which is kept folded in the front part of the uninhabitable part of the building.</p> <p>A focus has been given to introducing a raised slope platform, which has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter. </p> <p>Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an analysis of Music festivals, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p>The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double height spaces and a multi-purpose roof.</p> ', 'program' => '3D Cinema,The Stage,Cinema Cafe,Open Water Pool,Open Air Restaurant & Bar,Backstage,Lounge&Bar,Shops,The Lighthouse,The Lighthouse Office,Administration', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '3060', 'budget' => '10 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010-2012', 'image' => '36fb595f2f9415074d386619926caf36.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Slope.pdf', 'team' => '', 'created' => '2017-05-12 11:46:09', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 17 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 18 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 19 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 20 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 21 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 22 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 23 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 24 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 25 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 26 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 27 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '93', 'order' => '29', 'slug' => 'lucky', 'name' => 'Lucky Residential', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to design a mixed-use masterplan for a historic site in central Moscow. The name of the development ‘Lucky’ comes from the ‘Lakokraska’ Scientific Production Company, a paint and ‘lacquer’ factory that occupied the site under a series of different ownerships from the 1850s to the 1980s.</p> <p>The brief called for a predominantly residential scheme, renovating some of the remaining, listed, industrial brick buildings, whilst demolishing the remainder to create accommodation with community and service areas.</p> <p>The practice drew inspiration from the history of the site and its transformation from industrial to residential, responding with a metabolic structure that looks as though it could have ‘grown’ out of the site. Fritz Lang’s ‘Metropolis’ was an influence, with its idea of the past generating the future. The existing historic buildings provided a set of parameters from which AI generated modules that are adaptable in terms of size and their orientation towards the light. The result is a modular residential block of 1246 number of apartments, configured to benefit from light and flexible in terms of the space they offer.</p> ', 'program' => 'residential,office,car park,nursery,restaurant,gym,retail', 'location' => '2 Zvenigorodskaya str. 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The building uses every aspect of its construction for navigation and art exhibition. The roof slopes are pedestrian walkways and they form a sculpture park. (The gradients of sculpture park give many different observation angles for users to apprehend the sculptural work on display.) The views from these roof gradients onto the surrounding buildings and parkland also give the idea that this building is a piece of landscape itself.</p> <p>The Landscape Building expresses the notion of a seamless transition between urban spaces. Its white translucent appearance suggests a universal, timeless character with no obvious materiality. Its architectural elevation from the Potsdamer Str. perspective, has a rectangular shape. But as an observer circumnavigates the edifice, it changes its appearance and shape – in this way, it provides a particularly relativistic experience.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The LANDSCAPE BUILDING, poised between the structures that express qualities of the grid and the sculptural (the Nationalgalerie and the Opera), incorporates both of these qualities. The Landscape Building completes the architectural dialogue at the site.</p> <p>Urban Integration</p> <p>The main hall of the Landscape Building provides a direct connection between Scharounplatz and Sigismundstrasse through a central atrium. Likewise, visitors can ascend the ramp parallel and adjacent to Potsdamer Strasse and navigate the upper pathways of the museum, which trace a zig-zag shape, finally leading visitors down to the site of St. Matthaus Kirche.</p> <p>The Landscape Building’s ramps are designed for barrier free wheelchair access with 6% slope inclination. The highest level of the building platform is 12.1m above ground level, which is 1.3m lower than the Nationalgalerie. The Opera building is still visible from the Nationalgalerie over the top of Landscape building and indeed, the views from the rooftop pathways of Landscape Building maintain constant reference to all adjacent historical buildings.</p> <p>Space Concept</p> <p>The Landscape Building has a large, light filled temporary exhibition hall running through its core (15m wide, 12m high and 100m long). This space can contain large scale installations (on walls, on the ramp, above the submerged part of the ramp). The ramp leads down to the main exhibition spaces of the museum, which are located on the subterranean level.</p> <p>The building plan of access routes has the shape of a cross so that visitors and staff may easily navigate through the building. Equally, such a shape provides enhanced flow in the case of fire or emergency.</p> <p>The roof pathways are open air and the floor surfaces are composed of energy gathering systems that draw energy from motion such as footfall. There are also systems in place to collect rainwater for use in the building’s plumbing networks.</p> <p>Landscap Architectural Integration</p> <p>The top surfaces of this building are a mix of hardscape and landscape as low grade greenery is incorporated into these spaces. The building easily blends into the adjacent platz spaces where trees rise to meet these upper levels. Also, the series of sculptures that are on display along these roof pathways form their own landscape, they comprise a sculpture park. Otherwise, the integration provided by the ramps rising from street level provide a seamless integration with the surrounding topography.</p> ', 'program' => 'Exhibition,Visitor Service,Scientific Research,Depots,Restauration,Delivery,Administration', 'location' => 'Matthaikirchplatz, 10785 Berlin, Germany', 'area' => '28825', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => 'bb7bd62ce5f01832af0880fc78c776c2.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Simon Gatehouse,Nikoloz Japaridze,Giorgi Nishniandize,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Natasha randall,Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys', 'created' => '2017-02-10 16:10:25', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '88', 'order' => '34', 'slug' => 'national science and innovation centre of lithuania', 'name' => 'National Science and Innovation Centre of Lithuania', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Cityscape urban integration</p> <p>This proposed design for Science Island creates a marked but porous division between a newly created urban environment and existing parklands. In keeping with the Science Centre's emphasis on environmental matters, this design provides a natural barrier across the island to preserve the purity of the park. The orientation of the building allows for a fluency of movement via bridges the existing pedestrian bridge and a new southbank bridge connecting the island to the old town and expected future developments in South Kaunas. To minimise car traffic, we have kept the Science Centre as close to the Žalgiris Arena as possible. Since most visitors to Žalgiris Arena arrive in the evening from 20h, we propose that this existing car park be available to Science Centre visitors during its daytime opening hours. Deliveries will be restricted to the East side of the island. The building’s main principle is to divide the island into two parts the landscape and the hardscape.</p> <p>---</p> <p>Architectural quality</p> <p>The balancing building concept was conceived as a subtle intervention into the terrain, and acts as an abstract rectilinear sculptural object. It allows Science Centre curators to make use of both the paved, constructed side of the island and the natural side. The building acts to soften the bulky effect of the Arena structure, to integrate it more subtly into the island space. As a linear volume, the structure maximises possibilities for navigation and exhibition. As a feat of engineering, the balancing building captures the spirit of experiment, and reminds us of scientific apparatus.</p> <p>Interior quality of public spaces</p> <p>The public spaces of this building are singular open space volumes. The main entrance hall is arched with a spherical planetarium suspended overhead. The south hall is a double-height open space for large scale exhibition. The café is positioned with a view onto the old town, indeed the ends of the building are designed to be increasingly transparent to interact with the surrounding landscape. The varying quality of light, from its glass extremities through to the opaque central section of this steel structured building provide a range of illumination for curatorial consideration.</p> <p>Interior quality of galleries</p> <p>The gallery spaces in this balancing building are designed for maximum flexibility. That is, in their simple rectilinear expanses, they can be manipulated for a wide variety of curatorial configuration.</p> <p>Usability space planning and logistics</p> <p>The balancing building is 250 metres long and is at the structure’s mid point; the main entrance faces the plaza, and another entrance faces the park at Level 1. The central hall contains an information centre, cloakroom and shop. Circulation through the building is linear, allowing easy for navigation by visitors. There are four fire escape routes, located every 50 metres along the length of the building. There are dedicated staircase and lifts for staff, located to the side of the main entrance. The back of house functions are positioned in the hill, so deliveries are organised via the existing road behind the Arena.<br /> Structure<br /> The proposed architectural form demands a dramatic structural response so as to produce long-span cantilevers which appear to float without any structural support. The box element of the form is utilised on the two longitudinal sides by incorporating mega trusses which start to describe the form as a long spanning bridge. The transverse section is framed as a moment frame U section allowing the deflection of the section under wide to the sides to be controlled. All the key structural forms would not be possible without the use of a high strength material and in this case structural steel fabricated into relevant box sections and beams sections is the best response. The transverse steel beams are formed with cellular openings to allowing coordination of MEP services. The building is approximately 250m long and hence requires bridge bearings at the first internal support points so as to allow the building to expand and contract from the fixed central point. This makes the building monolithic and without movement joints in structure or fabric. Given the fluvial nature of the river deposits a piled system is proposed for foundation support so as to control settlements. A bored cost in situ concrete piling system is preferred so as to core through any larger stone deposits in the ground.</p> <p>Sustainability & Feasibility</p> <p>This building is constructed from pre-fabricated modular steel members, and as such it is a most efficient and labour saving structure to build. It can be made in a single phase construction, with its pre fabricated parts delivered directly to the site. Based on locality and project use the following sustainable proposals are to be explored: Low Level Air Distribution: maximises the use of 100% outside air; ideal comfort level for occupiers; low running cost and maintenance; River Water Cooling: utilises river to cool the building and eliminate air source cooling; Photovoltaic: electric power generation by integrated PV panels in the façade; LEED Certification: high efficiency lighting; day-light use; lighting control.</p> ', 'program' => 'front of house,Visitor Amenities,Temporary Galleries,Permanent Galleries,Event Spaces,Staff Spaces,Back of House,Plant Spaces', 'location' => 'Kaunas, Lithuania', 'area' => '13000', 'budget' => '$20mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti structure, HED Landscape, DSA engineering ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => '4f8ab71cfe7a587946de21f14d43c6a6.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys,Bathilde Hamonic,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,George Nishnianidze', 'created' => '2017-03-23 16:09:52', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '104', 'order' => '38', 'slug' => 'losbates-school', 'name' => 'New School Losbates', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'CCEA MOBA', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>Annotation</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall. To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium. To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.<br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street.</p> <p>---</p> <p><strong>Urbanism Description</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. As such, it respects both the semi-urban condition of the site – low height, individual houses - and the forest. The main school building is situated on the North-South axis to the site. It acts as a invitation both to forest and village interaction. It maximises the exposure to the sunlight by its orientation and its volumetric composition. The building elements step back from the main entrance towards the East creating a semi-public plaza in front of the school with the private sports and recreation area behind, towards the forest. The building element volumes also step down towards the South breaking up its bulk and mitigating its impact on the existing village houses. Thus, the lowest volume (one storey) is located on the edge of the village while the tallest volume (Gymnasium) is adjacent to the forest. The buildings rectilinear form creates a very distinct shape, which clearly identifies its function. The flats and the Art school are located in the same building in the South- West corner of the site, thus creating a ’gateway’ entry volume onto the site and acting as a transitional object between the village and the school.<br /> The existing pedestrian path to the forest remains as existing and is not obstructed in any way by the new building.</p> <p><strong>Traffic</strong><br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street. It is proposed as a one-way route with a drop-off and a bus stop next to the semi-public plaza. There are three car-parking zones proposed on the site for temporary and permanent parking. Car park 1 (31 cars) is located next to the Flats and the Art school; car park 2 (26 cars) is located on Soubezna Street closer to the main entrance to the building; and car park 3 (60 cars) is located on the northern edge of the site next to the forest and is partly hidden behind the Gymnasium. All three car parks have two disabled car parking spaces. Waste management and access to the track is organised via car park 3 at the far corner of the Gymnasium.</p> <p><strong>Architecture Description</strong><br /> The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it. The tallest volume is located on the edge of the forest and all other volumes step down towards the village in the following order – Gymnasium 9.6m; Secondary school 7.1m (on two levels); Main entrance lobby /Auditorium / Cafeteria 5.6m; Pre-pre and Primary school 4.1m (on one level). All four volumes are linked by means of a straight, 6m wide, circulation spine, which provides for generous circulation but also provides space for extra facilities and activities.</p> <p>The building facades are designed using singular modular system. Accoya type modified timber fins (ref www.accoya.com) are in-filled with timber panels and/or glass panels. The rhythmic order of the fins is disturbed here and there by exceptions at volume junctions, corners and structural elements. Façade depth creates intimacy and focus for the user. It is an inside-out oriented building. It is perceived as series of solid rectangles with intermittent glimpses of glass depending on the viewing angle. The North- South axis orientation of the building exposes the staggered facades towards the South and its stepped composition emphasises the morning sun on the sports and recreation area.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall.<br /> To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium.<br /> To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Structural Frame</strong><br /> The architectural proposals lend themselves to a solid timber frame solution or hybrid steel frame / solid timber solution. In the most technically advanced solution the frame would incorporate the proposed façade in load-bearing capacity.<br /> The use of glued-laminated and cross laminated timber (CLT) as key structural elements for walls and floors of education buildings has been well established in Europe over the past 10 years. The solid timber structure can be exposed for architectural expression and the speed of construction makes the system one of the most cost effective for education building in Europe.<br /> A hybrid structural solution including the use of steel frames and solid timber is also viable where longer spans are required.<br /> Depending on the ground conditions the most economic foundation solution is in situ reinforced concrete pads and strips. The timber structure being almost 40% lighter than concrete structures helps achieve this solution.<br /> A recent innovation in the use of exposed CLT is increased Thermal Mass to the soffits through the introduction of various thermal control materials. Using this new research allows for additional comfort cooling of classrooms.<br /> Solid timber (CLT) is easily sourced from several suppliers in Europe including Binder Holz and KLH in Austria. A number of these manufacturers use timber grown in the Czech Republic.</p> <p><strong>Facades</strong><br /> Accoya was selected due to its dimensional stability making it possible to achieve an elegant, slim structure having wide fixing points without risk of bending or warping. A traditional stick-system is used with Accoya timber fixed to the façade system. </p> <p>Operations and Functionality Description: 2x9 Classes<br /> Access – the main access to the building is organised form the West via a semi-public plaza at the front. School distribution is organised in such a way that all elements of the school can be operate independently.<br /> The circulation spine (6m wide) runs on the North-South axis of the building and connects all parts of school. The spine can be accessed form the main lobby and independently form the both North and South ends.<br /> The main entrance lobby is located in the central volume directly connected to the spine. Waiting area, Auditorium, Cafeteria and Kitchen are located in the central volume, allowing it to operate independently out of school hours.<br /> The Primary school is located on the right from the entrance and operates on one level. Pre-Prep is part of the Primary but can be accessed independently form the plaza drop-off. Pre-prep has its dedicated internal secure courtyard, which also has direct access to the main school playgrounds.<br /> The Secondary school is located on the left of the entrance and operates on two levels. Its main staircase is adjacent to the spine, which can be also used for sitting, gathering and exhibition activities.<br /> The waste management store is located next to the cafeteria kitchen.<br /> Access to the Gymnasium is both form the main circulation spine for school users, but also directly from the public plaza for community users out of school hours.</p> <p><strong>Future Operations and Functionality Description: 3x9 Classes</strong><br /> The building expansion is organised in such a way that it does not compromise the architectural and operational integrity of the building.<br /> The buildings volumes are deigned to allow for the required expansion towards the East:<br /> The Secondary school expands on the first floor level, creating an outdoor covered space below, which can be used as a recreation veranda.<br /> The Primary school expands on the ground floor towards the East by 9m.<br /> The Cafeteria can be expanded towards the East and island kitchen expands retaining its service capabilities and architectural feature.</p> <p>This expansion strategy ensures that the main West-facing elevation, the overall building heights and the main circulation spine are not compromised in any way.</p> <p><strong>Environmental Concept</strong></p> <p>The weather conditions in Prague are not much different from London so we followed some of the principals we applied at Eton College. Eton College had similar requirement from their fundraisers.</p> <p>What we are proposing is a ground source heat pump system that will provide heating to the school during winter. In the summer that can be reversed so cooling can also be provided to certain areas like the auditorium, gymnasium, hub rooms, etc. Having a buried insulated water tank will allow the contribution of other renewable energy sources like evaporative cooling through the use of a water fountain and rain water harvesting for top up. The low night time temperatures in the summer in Prague are ideal for the use of this system – all you need is a water fountain which will effectively provide cooling to hub rooms, etc. and it will also be a good story for the students. Rainwater harvesting will be also used for irrigation and grey water. PV panels will provide power supply to the pumps.</p> <p>With regards to the auditorium, such spaces are better served both in terms of energy use and comfort by displacement ventilation (i.e. 18⁰ C supply air temperature). This will allow the use of 100% outside air (i.e. no refrigeration). The classrooms will be also served by natural ventilation.</p> ', 'program' => 'Pre-Prep,Primary,Secondary,Gymnasium,Auditorium,Art School,Cafeteria,Flats', 'location' => 'Losbates, Prague, Czech Republic', 'area' => '6323', 'budget' => 'EUR 6 mil', 'consultants' => 'DSA Engineering, Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2018', 'image' => '269250488dcdb1f456b2be5080f7ad77.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Elena Cruz Alcami,Nikoloz Japaride,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-20 14:38:54', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => 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eastern Black Sea coast in the region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti in the west of the country. Built near the site of the ancient Greek colony of Phasis, the city has become a major port city and industrial centre since the early 20th century, exporting Georgia's manganese and coal. It is also home to a main naval base and the headquarters of the Georgian navy. Poti port area is planned to become a free economic zone within the framework of a Georgian-United Arab Emirates project inaugurated in April 2008. </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The city lies at an altitude of two meters above sea level. The city's climate is humid subtropical with mild and warm winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 14.1 °C; 2 °C in January, and 22.9 °C in July. Rainfall is abundant and reaches 1,960 mm per annum.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The site</span></span></b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black"> is located in the centre of Poti on the Twelve Apostles semi-circle square filling up one of the missing gaps in the building chain of the envelope. The site is 50m wide and 80m long with short side facing the square. The surrounding area is mostly residential represented by two to four storied buildings. The Neo-Byzantine cathedral, constructed in 1906-7 is situated in the middle of the square which acts as the main focal points of radially surrounding streets. There is large theatre hall on one and new Radisson hotel on the other are being constructed adjacent to the site.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">'Rolling Stones'</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">Two dynamic objects are rolling backwards from the platform acting as dynamic forces scattering towards the square. Each of this two shapes are equal in it's form but differ in scale. By rotating each of them we introduce two completely different objects in two different states of movement. An open inclined platform acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the Twelve Apostles Square and the Cathedral. The elevated landscape acts like the sea washing of the sides of the objects creating open and enclosed courtyards within the platform. Oxidised cooper finished facades bring large amount of colour and distinguishes solid state of these 'two' objects.</span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">Programme</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The ground floor level conceits of main offices of The House of Justice including:- Prosecutor's Office- Civil Registration Agency- National Registration Agency- Energetics Office- Hall For Wedding Registration Ceremony- Main Operation Hall. The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">use the platform as a park. The enclosed part of the building would be used for a needs of House of Justice - the open platform would be used of community needs.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• A focus has been given to introducing a raised-slope platform, which has different purposes </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">throughout the year - a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Two random shaped objects represent - dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building, </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">though green colouring represent - calmness and trust.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpLast"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double-height spaces and a multipurpose roof.</span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Office,CRA/NBE/NAPR,Energetics Office,Wedding Hall,Prosecutor's Office', 'location' => 'Poti, Georgia', 'area' => '1620', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '1a84293392db8a7723185884cd99b63a.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Nika Maisuradze,Devi Kituashvili,Vano KSnelashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-21 10:47:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 17 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '55', 'order' => '42', 'slug' => 'cinema', 'name' => 'Modular Cinema', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'program' => 'cinema,cafeteria', 'location' => '', 'area' => '1600', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2014', 'image' => '28352c5056baadd9165dd9b6073f7955.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_CINEMA.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2014-03-28 16:46:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 18 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '64', 'order' => '52', 'slug' => 'origami highline', 'name' => 'Origami Highline', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Providencia, Santiago, Chile', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>The Site</strong></p> <p>The northern end of the Balmaceda park is obstructed by a traffic route, Huelen street, connecting Avenida Providencia and Avenida Andre Bello. Due to its short length and the heavy traffic of Huelen street, there is little possibility of submerging the road underground or having it pass overhead as a bridge. These length and weight considerations are the main obstacle to directly connecting the park and the territory in front of Tajamar Towers.</p> <cut> <p>The other important restriction here is the ground-level car park in close proximity to the Mapocho River, a river which includes underground waters running close to the site. The presence of these waters will make excavation difficult and expensive. Moreover one level of underground car park will only have capacity for the current number of cars, which arguably makes the underground idea redundant. So, the car park will remain at the same level but will be recombined into the new landscape design.</p> --- <p><strong>Origami</strong></p> <p>Origami is an ancient art of Japan. It is a creative method of folding paper to develop beautiful structures. Japanese origami structures feature chiseled cones achieved by making multiple folds and layers out of a single paper. The resultants are beautiful shapes and forms resembling animals shapes like boar head, birds, etc., objects like ink bottles, air crafts and other objects.</p> <p><strong>Concept – Origami Highline</strong></p> <p>The planting of 200 Sakura trees inspired the idea of completing the park with an origami-style structure. The interplay between the delicate and frizzy trees and the subtle but rigid Origami highline makes an appealing and graceful contrast. The abundance of cherry blossoms in the late spring is always highly appealing to park-users and the highline will provide a pleasing experience of the blossoms from a higher perspective. As a raised leisure area and connection bridge, Origami highline opens Balmaceda park in vertical and diagonal directions, resonating with Tajamar Towers, and bringing the territory into one whole. By folding a conical red plane three times, the flat form becomes a functional object. There are three main features of the object:</p> <ul> <li>As a bridge connection of Tajamar Towers to the park;</li> <li>As a slope on which public entertainment will take place, providing a seating area for open-air concerts, skateboarding and a viewing area from which to view the park, the Mapocho River and fountains;</li> <li>As a ‘highline’ (like in New York City), a raised space with benches and other street furniture that acts like a first-floor-level park.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Landscape</strong></p> <p>The landscape in front of the towers will be designed by mixing hardscape and softscape, blending Sakura trees through organised pedestrian paths. Sakura trees will also be integrated into the car park area. Huelin street will be paved with modern, flat cobblestones. There will be no level difference between the pavement and footpath so the park and the landscape will have a seamless flow for pedestrians. There will be illuminated safety bollards alongside the road.</p> <p><strong>Lighting</strong></p> <p>There will be solar-powered LED lighting integrated into the landscape. Every Sakura tree will be lit from below. The bridge itself will be lit from below following the supporting legs and a red LED strip light will follow the recessed edges. At night the Sakura trees will be illuminated, and a red-light zig-zag will hover above ground as it follows the Origami highline.</p> <p><strong>Structural Philosophy</strong></p> <p>The proposed structural form is a response to a natural curves formed in the crust of the earth. Timber is used as a natural material but in a form that is easy and fast to assemble on site and simple to dismantle.</p> <p>The key component is the use of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) panel technology that is produced in significant quantities in Chile. The panels are produced and transported in sizes up to 3m x 18m and is a revolutionary use of timber as it is as strong as concrete but a fifth of the weight.</p> <p>The decking structure is formed from CLT panels cut to shape and laid on glu)laminated roof truss beams that are spaced at 6m centres. The main display wall is a solid CLT panel system that provides the key stability for the structure. CLT is registered for seismic design in Latin America.</p> </cut>', 'program' => 'Highline', 'location' => 'Santiago, Chile', 'area' => '12', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => 'Archiplan (Chile)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => 'a61df6b340aeec4e684b68bd9dd1ff44.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Providencia.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Dominykas Daunis,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2015-01-28 17:46:41', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 19 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '117', 'order' => '54', 'slug' => 'batumi-campus', 'name' => 'Batumi Campus', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Batumi City Hall', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="CxSpFirst" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The site is located adjacent to Batumi University and serves as one of the focal points along the boulevard. The surrounding area is mostly residential with hotels and public recreational zones like Park 26 May and lake Nuri. The site is overlooking the courtyard and opens views along the cost. There is a university building adjacent to the site and which heighten activity in the area. New Radisson hotel from the north-west is the main visual marker in relation to the building.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">“The Knowledge Hole”</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The concept behind this building is the idea of “The Knowledge Hole” as a public space which acts like viewing platform overlooking the city. However, the building is positioned as a wall, the hole becomes main focal points connecting two sides of the site.</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The building is formed as a single volume. The programme is distributed in staggering of each component on top of each other. Building is divided in two parts by corridor and two service-cores in both ends of 50 m long corridor. The hole intersects the corridor with</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">Programme</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The density and mixture of programme of the proposed building has emerged based on a number of considerations:</span></span> </span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• Primarily, the desire to bring different aspects of urban life</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">to a residential area. In other words, to provide open elevated platforms for enjoying panoramic views of the city</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• A focus has been given to introducing mixed-programme platforms on different levels of the building. There are no existing viewing platforms for public use in the old city area. The inclusion of elevated platforms in the building will define</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">its uniqueness and importance in Batumi</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• The programme mixture has been driven by a comprehensive feasibility study and market assessment in which various asset classes were analysed. The relative opportunities for each component of programme resulted in an optimal development mix to meet possible public needs</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• 27 levels of building programme have been introduced to maximise the use of land and budget</span></span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Education,Sport,Terrace - park,Common Features,Administration,Mechanical,Service,Lobby,Parking', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '21060', 'budget' => '$40mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010', 'image' => 'a11d592eb8c9efe45ab288caf1d84930.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Batumi Campus.pdf', 'team' => 'Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2020-07-17 13:21:35', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 20 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '56', 'order' => '59', 'slug' => 'hloubetin', 'name' => 'Hloubetin Community Centre, Prague District 14', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Prague ', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Site<br /> The community centre and library in Hloubetin is positioned at the edge of the historic gardens of a castle and St. Georges church. The castle is surrounded by a containing wall and there is a gap in the wall which coincides with the plot of the community centre.</p> <p>Concept<br /> This structure represents the idea of the gate, encapsulating the spirit of community and integration. It speaks to the ‘within and without’ nature of the historic wall by positively embodying the concept of connection: between society, culture and garden. The emphasis on permeability in this design means street and garden are given to each other. Likewise, the building itself opens in various ways onto the garden allowing for a variety of architectural formulations for public events.</p> --- <p><br /> Urban strategy<br /> Historically, the church and the castle formed the centre of Hloubetin. A wise approach to upgrading the townscape must include developing and restoring the centre to attract visitors and create a community hub. By re-emphasising the historical centre indeed the whole area could be pedestrianized this creates a platform, both literally and metaphorically where a market place, restaurants, cafes, an organised car park, local shops can be properly sited. This proposed pedestrianized zone places Hloubetin exactly within the European tradition of the central square.</p> <p>Planning & Interior<br /> The building addresses its historical setting and forms a gate for modern life. Each of the spaces open onto the street and lead to the garden. The public café acts as a main entrance and a lobby, which gives directly onto the street.<br /> The internal lines of the structure speak to the wall itself, texturally suggesting extrapolation of the historic wall. The walls act like objects themselves in their functions as bookshelves, stairs, coffee bar, etc. They are configured as displaced parts of the ‘castle wall’ creating divisions in the programme a multifunction hall & community hall; a library; a and a public cafeteria. Each part of the programme is interconnected through ramps and stairs. The dividing volumes are designed as modular timber structures as ‘walls’ which contain various service components such as a book depository & drop off point; a bar; a cloak room; stairs; ramps; picture display; internet access screens; and chair storage. The basement level is dedicated to library depository, technical rooms, kitchen, public toilets and staff changing rooms, with two exit staircases.<br /> The 1st level is dedicated to quiet reading rooms, libraries, offices and a communication bridge. The walls and ground floor levels are adjusted to the landscape levels allowing seamless flow of public from the street to the garden. Glass doors surrounding the building on the ground level open to the garden and to the street allowing free flow of public in and out. The resulting interior is clean lined, light filled and neutral, and will form a simple but functional backdrop to the colour provided by books and day to day activities of the community members.</p> <p>Materials<br /> The structural elements of the object-walls, the facades and the roof are made out of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) grid 60x60x30cm. The basement slab is laid from reinforced concrete, the walls are made of foundation blocks. The ground floor slab is made of deck boards upon glue lam beams. The object-walls are composed with the technique of modular blocking used for shelving. The surfaces in between the shelves, vertically and horizontally, are filled with 25mm four layer polycarbonate colour sheets. Polycarbonate sheets provide good acoustic insulation and thermal control, which is useful when using the building in separate parts. The façade ground level is glazed, and first level and the roof a</p> ', 'program' => 'Library,community centre,cafe', 'location' => 'Prague, Czech Republic', 'area' => '1550', 'budget' => '1m. EUR', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2014', 'image' => '2b1ad8aa22eb9fcda91a5f7a8e28cf11.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_H55.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Yakim Milev', 'created' => '2014-04-25 15:45:45', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 21 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '50', 'order' => '60', 'slug' => 'expo2015', 'name' => 'EXPO2015', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Designed to evoke the connotation that counrty is one of the biggest agriculture exporters in the world, the pavilion “The Fields of Growth” will contribute to the Expo’s theme of “Feeding the Planet”, and at the same time introduce a dynamic and powerful image of the modern Russia that originates in the country’s great past.</p> <p>This architectural solution is based on one conceptual act the use of a large scale form (single bend of a plane) that originates in the monumental traditions of the best of twentieth century Soviet architecture. A 17m long Stella indicates the main entrance to the pavilion from the main pedestrian artery of the exhibition, and continues into the field roof. The inside of the walls and ceiling of the pavilion is designed as an interactive screen with constantly changing images. The dynamic architecture of the pavilion emphasises the continuous link between technology and nature.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The proposed concept is an example of so called 'quantum' architecture, since the roof and the wall comprise single form, where the natural and the technological complement each other. Such an approach fits well into the latest trends of modern architecture, and puts the Russian Pavilion on an equal footing among other national pavilions, combining depth of analysis and contemporary design.</p> ', 'program' => '- Exhibition,Event Hall,Stage', 'location' => 'Plot No. 45 Expo Milan', 'area' => '3000', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Structural Engineers - Engenuiti ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '577a56e9d22e6c9d7374509d78d294ea.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_EXPO2015.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Yakim Milev,Sabrina Moreale,Buster Ronngren,Ksenia Zizina', 'created' => '2013-12-13 10:02:07', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 22 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '38', 'order' => '62', 'slug' => 'mushtaidi-development', 'name' => 'Mushtaidi Development', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Tbilisi is he largest city and the capital of Georgia, lying on the banks of Mtkvari River. Located in the South Caucasus at 41° 43' North Lat. and 44° 47' East Long. The city was founded in the 5th century by Vakhtang Gorgasali, the Georgian King of Iberia. The city has more than 100 different ethnic groups. Tbilisi has been historically known for religious tolerance. This is especially evident in the city's Old Town, where a mosque, synagogue, and Eastern and Oriental Orthodox churches can all be found within less than 500 metres (1,600 ft) from each other. The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-770 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The Site The site is located in the centre of Tbilisi (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site is an abandoned open air (non-standard) football pitch and wild greenery not being used for more than 15 years. The size of the plot is 23.600m2. The surrounding area morphology varies there is Mushtaidi Gardens from one side and the bier brewery from the other adjacent to the site. There is a residential area with the library and some sport facilities nearby. B. Paitchadze UEFA standard stadium with maximum capacity 80.000 people is located in about 200m from the site. This stadium is main counterpoint to the development with its size and height. Eight lane embankment is about 6m below the Mushtaidi gerdens supported by the concrete wall. This level difference gives good conditions for phasing of development of the plot. The site is encircled by the First Children's railway constructed 1935 (see below). This project conciders renovation of the railway with new mini stations integrated into the development. Programme The building has complex programme distribution on different levels starting from the below: Office Lobby, Supermarket, Storages, Technical, Swimming Pool, Cafes & Restaurants, Retail Offices (upper deck) The Deck IMAX 3d Cinema Ellipse Residential Towers The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can use the site as a continuation of Mushtaidi park. Underneath the deck-platform would be used for hanging cafes & restaurants. There is the direct access to the IMAX 3D cinema ellipse from the park. A focus has been given to introducing a raised deck-platform, to liberate the land and connect directly to the garden. The deck platform has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a ice skating in winter. The deck platform will be divided into residential and public areas. IMAX cinema is positioned in the middle of the development thus connecting all functions of the building becoming a centre of composition and the programme. The twin towers 160m tall represent dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building. These towers will be the tallest towers in the city. Introducing the deck-platform as the main interactionpoint of the programme was derived from an analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the deck platform making the deck-platform an open connection zone through the retail. The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a two underground levels of storages and parking which connects Kipiani str. and the embankmentre covered in ETFE. </p> ', 'program' => 'Office,Supermarket,Retail,Car Park Pool,IMAX 3D,Residential,Park', 'location' => 'Left Embankment, Tbilisi,Georgia', 'area' => '83504', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '758e48dc275b24c204e3b1e99dd4046a.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_MGD.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Rusudan Margishvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:15:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 23 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '24', 'order' => '65', 'slug' => 'gelenjik', 'name' => 'Gelendjik', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Our client requested that we generate four different residential areas: standard acommodations; an apart-hotel; villas with private beaches;<br /> villas with bigger plots facing the tree park. This conglomeration is situated on a plot of 20,000 m2 in the middle ofGelenjik bay. We divided the site with an entertainmnet centre contqining a football pitch, tennis courts, an archery club, an aquapark,a yachting club and a floating restaurant.</p> <p>---</p> <p>This allowed the possibility of public use by guests and also a degree of privacyfor privileged residents by securing zones in private condominiums. We introduced a "french" grid (30x30m) which allowed us to create residential 15m-wide blocks with 1 to 5 apartments per floor.The round shaped residential blocks allowed the owner to divide sell or rent out any part of the floor plan from 10m wide up to the whole floor. Using internal circulation and service, the views can be maintained all around the block perimeter from seaviews to the mountain views.For security reasons the buildings are raised on columns of 6m from the ground to provide permeability and a direct view of the entrance doors.</p> ', 'program' => 'Residential complex,Private Villas,Library,Sport Centre,Aquapark,Dendropark', 'location' => 'Gelenjik', 'area' => '50000', 'budget' => '$45 mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2005', 'image' => '51f879b59ab12d04b50f43091c2aa8c8.jpg', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Gelenjik.pdf', 'team' => 'Nikoloz Japaridze,Olga Kolesnik', 'created' => '2013-12-10 11:01:01', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth 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just on the outskirts of the city centre and close to the Tbilisi Court building. The building was completed in February 2012. The brief was to create workspace for 60 members of staff, a substantial lobby and car parking. Work began in May 2011 and the building was completed in early 2012. The building consists of a stalwart, stark black frame that has luminous, delicate volumes suspended within it. 70% of the building is freestanding away from the sides and the ground creating an impression of ‘floating’ forms. The volumes make way for a passageway to one side of the building, creating a physical transparency of the building that is alluded to throughout the design.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The suspended volumes are staggered so that they create terraces and balconies. The interior intelligently uses glass to create a feeling of transparency and light, in contrast to the dark impenetrable framework. The ground floor serves as the main access area with security check in and lobby. </p> <p>The top floor is dedicated to the Prosecutor's office, a meeting room, canteen and veranda for use by staff. A sky park, or roof garden, is used for conferences and celebrations. In contrast to the openness of the front facing facade, the back of the building is smooth and functional with few windows. The choice of materials and the form have been chosen to reflect the function of the building.<br /> The stark geometry of the black frame represents the uncompromising nature of the legal system. Inside the building, a clustered, mirrored volume endlessly throws reflections: “The semantic message here is that the centre is unknowable purely because it is an endless reflection and ordering of the world around it”, says Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze. “The structure mirrors the brain; the glass exterior mimics the lobar matter which processes exterior realities, while the hypothalamus is the centre of the nervous system controlling temperature, hunger, thirst and fatigue”.</p> ', 'program' => 'Offices', 'location' => '8 Aghmashenebeli av. Tbilisi,Georgia ', 'area' => '1500', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Elita Burdji, Arctrade, Reynaers,', 'awards' => 'Commendation at Structural Awards 2012 in the UK; Chicago Athenaeum 2014; EUMiesAward 2017 Nominee;', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '60c89dcc33c6f663edd7f945331efe03.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_TPO.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:56:00', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '45', 'order' => '1', 'slug' => 'lazika-municipality', 'name' => 'Lazika Town Hall', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention, alongside engineers Engenuiti, designed a steel structured building as a part of the development of a new city on the Black Sea coast. The brief was to create a Public Service Hall, a Wedding Hall and Municipal Offices. Work on the project began at the end of January, 2012, and the building was completed in mid-September, 2012. The building was constructed in 168 days with a progressive drafting schedule.</p> <p>The architects explain that the building is a juxtaposition between a building and a sculpture. It is not divided into floors but is comprised of volumes each volume of the building can function separately from the other. Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze explains: ‘Lazika Town Hall is a rectilinear experiment in the vertical displacement of solid mass'. ‘This is a series of floating objects which should set the stage for this new city on the marshlands.</p> <p>---</p> <p><br /> The local architecture was historically stilt-supported so there is natural precedent here,’ says Japaridze. He cites Yona Friedman’s ‘floating city’ as the main correlation point for this project. The ambition of this project was to make a building as a sculpture made out of one material. The suspended volumes create public spaces, separated from each other, forming a monument, and saliently, a benchmark for the new architecture of new futuristic city. Our priority here was the void, not the mass we began with the empty space since this is a project of the future and there is no memory to which solid mass might refer.</p> <p> </p> <p>Instead of carving voidspace from a cube, we have done the reverse. It is a void with volumes inserted and each volume has a fragile connection to the others, via the void. For example, there is a red glass tube (the elevators) connecting the lower floors with the top cubic volume so the experience is of transition, as though through red lens. When you navigate the building, the voids are felt more than the solid forms it can be daunting at times. Paul Grimes, director of Engenuiti, describes the structure: ‘The structural frame is constructed from steel, utilizing a series of raking steel columns to produce the dramatic floated upper platform. Challenges include the seismic conditions and the sympathetic employment of local skills to achiev what will be an iconic statement of architectural ambition’.</p> <p> </p> <p>The foundation solution was for 80 piles 800mm diameter (has bbeen installed through rotary percussion methods)and up to 25m deep. Control of settlements due to organic layers and control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event were the main concerns. A key consideration in the design was the need to control costs where possible but also to use local materials and local labour so as to give the maximum benefit to the local economy. Normally this would push the design towards a structural concrete solution in Georgia. However the complexity of the project dictated that the project is best developed using a Structural Steel Framing Solution.</p> <p>The Site</p> <p>Lazika is a newly founded city on the Black Sea coast, located on previously uninhabited coastal wetlands. Lazika is located one mile to the south of the sea resort Anaklia and 3 miles south of Georgia's border with Abkhazia. The name 'Lazika' refers to the Graeco-Roman name for the region. The city’s existence was announced in December, 2011 by President Saakashvili, and established upon the completion of the Lazika municipality building in September 2012. The city remains in limbo with only one building, the municipality building, having been constructed. Currently, Lazika's future hangs in the balance, as the new government decides its course of action. The architecture of this particular area (Mengrelia West Georgia) reflects environmental considerations. The region has high level of humidity and dump soil, so local peoples traditionally built houses on stilts with no foundation to encourage ventilation from underneath and keep the structure dry. The site is almost at the existing mean sealevel and hence the client needed to be aware of the risks associated with anticipated global warming and subsequent sea level rises which could be in excess of 1m during the next century (based on climate modeling).The water table is between 1 and 1.5 m below ground level. Our main concerns included the control of settlement due to organic layers and the control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event. The Caucasus region, in which the site is located, is one of the most seismically active regions in the Alpine-Himalayan collision belt. This seismicity is driven on a global scale by the collision of the African and Arabian tectonic plates with the Eurasian plate. Based on our understanding of the regional geology it is valid to assume one of the worst ground conditions for seismic design Ground Profile E to EC8. The water table is between 1 to 1.5 m below ground level.</p> <p>Elevated Plinths</p> <p>The three volumes of this structure are all detached from the ground at different levels. Each of these three shapes are devoted to different functions. Each of these three volumes operates self-sufficiently and has its own entrance from the street but they are also interconnected. The volume on the ground level is designated as the main Public Services Hall, with easy access at street level. The second volume is dedicated for use as a wedding ceremony hall with direct access to a large terrace. The third volume floats 20m above the ground and contains office spaces. Only pillars and circulation points touch the ground. The perforated steel sheet cladding finishing of the facade of the top volume bring 50% transparency and lend a solid quality to the volume at the same time. The steel frame structure is integrated throughout all parts of the design and this frame is exposed to emphasise the building's technology and spirit of innovation. The top volume have the dimensions of 35mx35m, and its downward projection describes the contours of the building which is a parallelogram containing positive and negative space. A specific appearance was given to each functional volume the transparent (public hall), the semi-transparent (wedding hall), and the translucent (offices). The public hall has clear walls on all four sides. The wedding hall is a dynamic volume where floor, wall and ceiling utilises the same material and the curve they describe brings dynamics to the adjacent terrace which lies underneath the top volume. The top volume is an enclosed mass, concentrated on the activity of office work, but it too, gives precedence to the void at its centre.</p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall', 'location' => 'Lazika, Georgia ', 'area' => '2075', 'budget' => '$9 mil ', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi', 'awards' => 'Finalist Office Award OfficeNext2013 Moscow ', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '45c0cffd63e2b19bd924e0f5da35d4be.jpg', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Lazika.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 19:00:18', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '41', 'order' => '2', 'slug' => 'national-olympic-committee-house', 'name' => 'National Olympic Committee House', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'National Olympic Committee GEONOC', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>The practice was appointed by GEONOC to complete the restoration of the exterior, landscape design of surrounding gardens, museum design and office spaces for over 100 members of staff. The building is situated in the southern part of the city in the historical quarter rich in 18th century German, French and Italian architecture. The construction was completed at the end of 2011. The building was originally built in the 19th century as a private residence and has been used for government purposes since the 1960s. While the exterior maintains its classical attributes, the interior is strongly contemporary and demonstrates a definitive move away from the Soviet architecture of the past. </p> <p>---</p> <p>Architects of Invention worked on all elements of the interior, from the intriguing reception desk a standard rectangular table that is fissured with an arresting crevice that cuts deeply through the centre to the athletic track markings on the floor that guide visitors around the interactive displays for young visitors to the museum. Perhaps the most striking element of the scheme is the staircase that winds through the building’s four storeys, linking exhibitions spaces and offices. The architects had to reinforce the basement level to allow large openings in the walls of the upper storeys so that the staircase could penetrate the structure. The staircase is a steel frame with MDF panels and the frame, steps and handrails are finished with maple veneer. The seemingly endless twists and turns of the staircase refer to the limitless possibilities of human achievement.</p> <p>Architect Nikoloz Japaridze explains “This work represents the idea of dynamics in sport with the abstract compositions of the staircase and the reception table. The first object you encounter is the introverted desk with its never-ending fissure, and then you meet the extroverted staircase like the open path to Olympus, where the summit meets its own reflection, inferring that striving never ends, that there is no limit to human achievement”.<cut><cut><cut></cut></cut></cut></p> <cut></cut>', 'program' => 'Office', 'location' => '11 Machabeli street, Tbilisi, Georgia ', 'area' => '2300', 'budget' => '$1 mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => 'Best Office Award OfficeNext2012 Moscow', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '5d2b902537e6842161e07c59e2a1525c.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_NOCH.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:29:47', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '42', 'order' => '3', 'slug' => 'house-of-justice', 'name' => 'House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to submit a proposal by Georgia’s House of Justice. The brief included a design for a 1500m2 building to house 95 members of staff and a flow of 400 users a day, to serve Ozurgeti’s population of 15,000. Construction began in September 2011.<cut></cut><br /> </p> <p><cut>The Ministry building brings together a number of services - the Civil Registry Agency, National Agency of Public Registry, National Archives of Georgia, National Bureau of Enforcement and Notary Chamber - under one roof, creating a new blueprint for a government building. Inspired by a classical Greek form, the Ministry is fronted with regular columns, but, rather than a rendered façade, the columns support a canopy beneath which are two independent and contrasting glass volumes. The size of the Public Hall defines the first volume, which is rectangular and also contains office space.--- The second volume is oval and set apart from the rectangular block to accommodate a covered entrance and public walkway between the buildings, connecting the square to one of Ozurgeti’s major boulevards. Each form is double-storied and linked by an underground corridor. The exteriors and interiors are uniform white, adding to a sense of luminosity. The choice of 100% transparent low emission glass creates brightness inside the building. This building is contextual, with a clear relationship to the city and its surroundings. It invites public interaction and its presence modernises the square with its existing residential buildings, a former local art museum and a 400-seat theatre.</cut></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall,Offices,Wedding Hall', 'location' => 'Ioane Petritsi street, Ozurgeti, Georgia', 'area' => '1560', 'budget' => '$2.5 Mil', 'consultants' => 'Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi,', 'awards' => 'Best Project Award at Moscow Architecture Biennale 2012', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => 'a205a9d9d80daef54fc2e169f6d6c48e.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_OZ.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:41:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '120', 'order' => '10', 'slug' => 'NMKL', 'name' => 'National Museum of Korean Literature', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Korea', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The story is printed by us</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Just as ink revolutionised the written word, the printing press revolutionised book publication– 3D printing revolutionises architecture, how we build, with a view to innovation and sustainability. Cheaper, quicker, easier— sustainable. The importance of literary culture is promoted by bringing future technology and innovation – narrative and form combine, printed in an architectural gesture.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Hand drawing manifestation</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In re-establishing the primacy of hand-drawing and its original possibilities in the making of buildings, the 3D printing approach is more sensual than it first seems. A return to the rudimentary skills of a drawing using the printing tool makes art of buildings. The manifestation of a hand-drawing, printed to form a building opens amazing possibilities in the expression of cultural and expansive gestures within the built environment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The rational vs the irrational in architecture</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The comparison of a free-hand movement with controlled structural patterns highlights the contrast between 3D printed and traditional construction technology. Traditional concrete technology follows established methods, bound to the supply chain production rationalisation of manufacturing, which insisted upon technology based on the formwork dimension governed grid.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">3D technology eliminates this notion of the grid-based rationalisation systems by using ‘singular’ material and its bottom-to-top layering method. No more factory-based rationalised supply chain systems. Post-rationalisation collides with a rationalisation of the meaningless combination of elements confined to a sequence forming a conglomerate of an organism, while the organism is a singular motion, technique, material and a free form. No more container stacked rectangles. Shape does not matter, if the rational resonates with the desired outcome. The expression of thoughts, unconstrained by technology leads to a liberation of thought itself. Just as ink made it possible to record and translate thought, not only in the form of words as symbols, but also in the generation of stories. A story can be anything, a narrative, a multi-layered, polyphonic, flowing whole—why should architecture be constrained by building blocks, unable to fully express itself, always relying on a heavy industrial supply chain?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The singularity I’m referring to points to essential and ultimate ways of living. It is the creating of singular solutions for multiple functions, forms and purposes. It is difficult to reconcile architecture’s singularity with the awareness of its multiple conditions and consequences. There is a fragile boarder between the Post-humanistic scientific approach and more traditional humanism with the emphasis on the singular. Parametricism denies human input except for a methodologic matrix control. All parameters are pre-set in the given conditions of the place (sun, wind, climate, market conditions, programme) so human input is a monitoring stance, making choices in a random order, mostly based on the intuition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity focuses on architecture as a singular object - aesthetic, formal, self-contained and irreducible to the conditions from which it emerges or the effects it stimulates. Architecture is an isolation from determining multiplicities or programme, creating homogeneous unity in a homogenous space. Functions can no longer be differentiated but they are alienated into ephemeral hybridisation.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Challenge in the Principle is this: the post-humanistic (that is, robots) versus the human (that is, the individual/singular). Architecture can no longer be critical, because it depends on pre-determined, automatic choices of the parametric input matrix, which we, as a society, made possible by accepting the notion of progress via google, uber, amazon and grasshopper.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><strong><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The site is currently vacant. From three sides it has no surrounding roads. The access is restricted to 15.5m width from the North-West side, where the pavement changes its texture. The slope drops by 9m from South-East. The longest border is adjacent to the scheduled by 2022 development of the Arts Village residential area. The site area 13, 248 m2 with very narrow shape at the South-West corner.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Topography and Natural Environment</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Located at the west side of Bukhansan National Park and the boundary of Eunpyeong New Town, the site has an affluent natural environment where Bukhansan Mountain is on the east and Imalsan Mountain is on the northwest. The Neighborhood Park of Gijachon District 1 adjacent to the site was formed in 2014, with a gate ball court, fitness center, forest playground, outdoor stage, and others outdoor experience. Among the eight Bukhansan Dulle-gil courses that are stretched south and east of the site, Cloud Garden and the Eunpyeong trails are connected. The height difference between the 124m altitude of the pedestrian passage of the Arts Village and 133m altitude of the trail adjacent to Bukhansan Dulle-gil is about 9m.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Design overview</span></span></span></b></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The envisioned building for this museum is arranged on 3 levels, including basement. Its overall height above ground (building shape) is 25m. The building footprint is a prolonged trapezoidal form of 112,500m long by 75m at its shortest side. The total footprint area is 7,253.5 m2, which is about 55% of the site area. The building is situated in the middle of the plot creating front and back outdoor areas. The building volume is positioned at the lowest level of the site’s sloped landscape and its roof profile aligns with the landscape behind the building providing easy access to the roof garden. The entire roof-surface serves as an outdoor garden for leisure purposes with views towards the built-up area and mountain range. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The main entrance to the site, for both vehicles and pedestrians, is accessed at the North-West side, at the end of Yeonseo-ro within 15.5m access area. Pedestrian access is to the left towards the main entrance of the museum; vehicles enter on the right, towards the drop-off, the carpark entrance and the delivery point at the far end of the building. The main entrance to the building is organised at the front yard from the North, which is flattened as a result of a cut-out landscape.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">There are three levels to the building: The -1 floor has a double height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park; The ground floor includes the main entrance to the building, an administration office, a double-height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park. The +1 floor includes a museum and its supporting facilities, a museum shop, a cafeteria, a community hall, and education facilities. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Four stair & lift cores serve as the building circulation and maintenance. There is a goods-lift with direct access to the museum facility. The main entrance is a triple height space with reception, toilets, two stairs and lift core at the both ends. Large circular stairs give access to the first-floor museum area. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Architecture</span></span></span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> of the building is a collection of randomised shapes formed by vertical walls which meander through the building creating the building mass. The two lower floors are organised as back-of-house with regular flat slabs and columns, where the first floor is an arched space cut through the walls creating a large open space to encapsulate the main museum and community facilities. Transparent and translucent glass partitions segregate functional spaces where necessary. NMKL thus realises a space that symbolizes multi-dimensional enjoyment of Korean Literature.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In order to achieve this kind of architecture, <b>3D Concrete Printing Technology</b> is feasible to be utilised. In comparison with traditional concrete formwork building, 3D printed technology makes very complex shapes and structures possible with a significant reduction of cost, time and materials. This gives a unique quality as the singular materiality of concrete is maintained throughout the exterior and interior of the building. Ecologically sustainable mixing aggregates, such as clay, basalt, fibreglass, offer different colours and textures creating a most exciting architecture<span style="color:#453ccc">.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"> </p> ', 'program' => 'Parking,Office Area,Collection Storage,Education Area,Common Space,Complex Cultural Space,Circulation', 'location' => 'Seoul, Korea', 'area' => '196802', 'budget' => '48, 496 Million KRW (£30, 900,000 GBP)', 'consultants' => 'STU (Structure), Nec (M&E), IERI (Urban planning), GZA (Transport)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2021', 'image' => 'e1f2e4b37a475711343ba0aa8e026e6d.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Nikoloz Japaridze,Ilia Gamisonia,Simon Gatehouse,Eka Kankava,Stefan Nest', 'created' => '2021-06-29 16:23:38', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Archirost', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => 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Gamisonia,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Zaal Siprashvili,Tamar Tekhova', 'created' => '2023-07-04 18:53:07', 'modified' => '2024-02-29 19:32:27', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Shandrokha', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( 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style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Station "Prospect Marshal Zhukov"</span></span></b></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="vertical-align:middle"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:9.5pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black">Consortium of London-based practice <b>Architects of Invention (AI)</b> and <b>Nowadays</b> of Moscow has submitted a design proposal for Metro Station. 5 teams were shortlisted to enter an international competition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The station design is based on a consistent repetition of round sectors that make up the column that frame the platform. They combine an architectural element, engineering systems (ventilation) and a light source.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> Columns remind of various telescopic devices and products - antennas, mechanical "legs" of construction or space vehicles. It is a dedication to the mechanistic, retro-futuristic beauty of Moscow underground.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Blue, red and silver make up the palette of the project. The prevailing blue on the platform, combined with red, lends the space a sporty vitality. The soft silver light poured into the underground lobby creates a clean space in which it is equally pleasant to find yourself, both at the beginning and at the end of the path.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The entire design of the station is based on the repetition of a single element - a thin aluminum tube. From the walls of the underground vestibule along the escalators, it descends onto the columns of the platform and turns into a giant pipe of the underground station.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> All parts of the station are subject to a single color logic. Red accents accompany all parts of the station, from the outdoor pavilion to the platform. The outdoor pavilion is dominant blue with red accents; the lobby is an all-white and silver space with red accents; the station hall is a kind of culmination - an active combination of blue, red and white.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">46 identical columns create an impressive space united by a single technique. A row of columns reproduces the image of mechanical sliding legs that go down and merge with the white floor. The contact points of the elements are highlighted with red light. The color design is based on the gradual transition from dark blue to light silver-white, from top to bottom, which seems to dissolve the columns in space as they approach the floor.</span></span></span></span></span></div> ', 'program' => 'entrance pavilion,ticket hall,escalators,station hall & platform', 'location' => 'Prospect Zhukova, Moscow, Russia', 'area' => '700', 'budget' => '£4mil', 'consultants' => 'Yarko-Yarko', 'awards' => '3rd Prize Winner', 'year' => '2020', 'image' => '536601ce173f42dc127d3d61f24faa10.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'London AI team: Nikoloz Japaridze,Ruth Sullivan,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Giorgi Khetsuriani,Moscow Nowadays team: Natalia Mastalerz,Nata Tatunashvili,Alena Grandkina,Dina Khodunova', 'created' => '2020-10-14 13:20:46', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '0', 'photographer' => 'Archirost', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '65', 'order' => '22', 'slug' => 'nineelmsbridge', 'name' => 'Nine Elms Bridge', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Wandsworth Council', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>The Nine Elms - Pimlico Bridge: The Clip<br /> The new link between historic Pimlico and the cutting-edge development at Nine Elms should express the city’s ambitions for those neighbourhoods and for London as a whole.</p> <p>On the south side, a gateway that will define a modern development; on the north side, a seamless entrance to classic Pimlico and Victoria beyond. Over the river, two asymmetrical arches gracefully soar over a continuous loop a striking geometry that refers to London’s other bridges while reproducing none of them.</p> <p>Dedicated cycling lanes mean that The Clip will become a vital artery for commuters. The separate pedestrian paths and public realm frame new perspectives on the city making it a place to linger, meet friends and enjoy the view. The vertical arches and the horizontal loop frame vistas east and west towards the London Eye and the revitalised Battersea Power Station. Separation of the walkways results in a different viewing experience, through the loop at passing boats and out towards the city.</p> <p>The design is sensitive both to the white stucco-fronted Regency architecture of Pimlico, and also to the sculptural and innovative ideas of the new Nine Elms. The cycle lanes are accessible through ramps, while there are segregated ramps and lifts for pedestrian and disabled users. The landing points touch lightly on either side forming a safe and seamless transition for all users. With its unobstructed views and spacious walkways.The Clip will become an attraction for both Londoners and visitors.</p> <p>The Clip: Bringing Londoners Together</p> ', 'program' => 'pedestrian & cycle bridge', 'location' => 'London, UK', 'area' => '240', 'budget' => '£40 mil', 'consultants' => 'Hewson Consulting, Engenuiti, Edenvale Young, Hyland Edgar Driver, Lumieres Studio, Gardiner & Theobald, Savills', 'awards' => 'Shortlisted', 'year' => '2015-2017', 'image' => '7bf3c5c674b532b5855f765c5ee05c77.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Nine Elms Bridge.pdf', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2015-03-17 13:22:23', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '75', 'order' => '24', 'slug' => 'skijump', 'name' => 'Ski Jump K-75 Reconstruction', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>VOROB’EVI HILLS</p> <p>(in 1935-1999 — the Lenin Hills) one of the most beautiful places in Moscow. It is a high right bank of the Moscow River. Located opposite the Luzhniki Stadium, considered one of the "Seven Hills of Moscow." Neskuchny garden is adjacent to the site from the east. It is 80 meters high from the Moscow river.</p> <p>The landscape of mountains forms a self titled Vorob’evi Park, a part of which survived three ponds, as well as an array of broad-leaved forests. On Vorob’evi Hills offers the most extensive and picturesque panoramas of the capital.</p> <p>SKI JUMP</p> <p>In 1953 the ski Jump was erected on the hill, an illuminated ski slope with chairlift of 340 meters long.</p> <p>In early 2015, plans were announced to renovate and build a new ski jump and a cableway between the Vorob’evi hills and the stadium "Luzhniki", which would combine sightseeing, transportation and sports functions.</p> <p>---</p> <p>"A BEAM OF LIGHT"</p> <p>The proposed ski jump type K-75 is designed for training and demonstration jumps. The idea behind the scheme is allegorical representation of a "Beam of Light" as a symbol of speed and flight. Simple subversive rectangular supporting structure "case" of the ski jump creates an image of rigor and accuracy of the calculation of the flight and the competition and bent stuffing flexibility and a sense of freedom flight. The rectangular shape of its sculptural simplicity emphasizes the beauty of the landscape Vorob’evi Hills and the monumental complex of the university.<br /> It blends harmoniously into the environment without breaking but rather adding to its integrity.</p> <p>The supporting structure is fabricated from a metal truss which rests on a single point of contact with the hill that allows to build the upper part of the mast hopping without supports. Slope design allows 28 degrees to keep the structure on the same support and Macalloy rod systems which stretches from the foot of the ramp (see. Section)</p> <p>At the top mark of the ski jump is a preparatory platform for athletes and an observation deck with a bar for tourists. Inclined elevator hidden in the left side of the structure is used to transport athletes to the site, and the vertical lift, with capacity of 75 persons / hour on Kosygin Street, serves visitors to the observation deck.</p> ', 'program' => 'ski jump,ski school,viewing platform,restaurant', 'location' => 'Vorob'evil Hills, Moscow', 'area' => '4000', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '53fd22072af36f8e7840b66be27e2925.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava,Nikita Tsymbla', 'created' => '2017-02-10 15:52:44', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Andrey Narodnitskiy', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '108', 'order' => '26', 'slug' => 'mtskheta', 'name' => 'Mtskheta House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Justice of Georgia', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Mtskheta</strong> (Georgian: </span></span></span><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">მცხეთა</span></span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">)</span></span><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"> one of the oldest cities of the country of Georgia (in Kartli province of Eastern Georgia), established 1000 BC, is located approximately 20 kilometres north of Tbilisi at the confluence of the Aragvi and Kura rivers. The city (population 19,423 as of January 1, 2008) "Historical Monuments of Mtskheta" became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Mtskheta has great attraction of tourist because of Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and <strong>Jvari convent</strong>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-450 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Svetitskhoveli Cathedral </strong>(Georgian: , svet'icxovlis sak'atedro t'adzari; literally, "the Living Pillar Cathedral") is a Georgian Orthodox cathedral known as the burial site of Christ's mantle. It presently functions as the seat of the archbishop of Mtskheta and Tbilisi, who is at the same time Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia. Cathedral was built in the 11th century by the Georgian architect Arsukisdze.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The site</strong> is located in the centre of Mtskheta (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site has wild greenery not being used for a while. The size of the plot is 1000m2. The surrounding area morphology mostly consists of residential buildings. There is Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in about 300m from the site, establishing strong visual connection. There is a library and some sport facilities nearby. There is another signifi-cant visual link to the site - Jvari convent situated on top of the mountain the Right bank of mtkvari and overlooks Mtskheta.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The idea</strong> of the proposed building emerged based on a number of consider-ations: </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Primarily, the desire to establish visual and conceptual links to Svetitskhoveli </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">Cathedral and Jvari convent</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• A focus has been given to introducing an open space under a sole arched </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">roof. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Wedding hall is positioned in the middle of the building under the solid cone</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The cone composition represents - dynamics, solidity and distinguished </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">purpose of the building. Chamfered volumes reveal the space to the external viewer, thus emphasizing transparency and welcoming aura</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Introducing multi-arched space combines and synthesises programme </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">blending functions with easy flow</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">the use of land and budget.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project is single stage construction using concrete structure with </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">premade planking</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The building has simple programme distribution on 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New 25 km boulevard is passing in the front of the slope. The surrounding area is mostly recreational with hotels and a public square. There is an old 19 century navigation lighthouse on the site and is incorporated into the building. Back of building is open towards the square with 3D cinema, gallery, cafes and restaurants.</p> <p>Lighthouse 'Mys Burun Tabiya'</p> <p>Date unknown (early 1900s) (station established under Ottoman rule in 1863). Active; focal plane 20 m (66 ft); two red flashes every 6 s. 17 m (56 ft) octagonal masonry tower with lantern and gallery. Lighthouse painted white; lantern dome is dark metallic. Russia built a lighthouse here in 1883, replacing a smaller Turkish light. Located on the point of Mys (Cape) Burun Tabiya, which partly shelters the harbor of Batumi, about 1 km (0.6 mi) northwest of the harbor light. Site open, tower closed. Admiralty E5768; NGA 19324.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Elevated Landscape</strong></p> <p>The concept behind this building centres on the notion of an elevated landscape, an open public platform which acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the performance on the stage. However, the elevated landscape has one advantage over a ground-level plan, which is that it preserves the original land surface. The whole platform overlooks the sea and maintains access to the whole programme below.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The building is essentially a horizontal platform which was lifted to liberate the space below and then tilted to expose views to the sea and create an quasi amphitheatrical shape. The area of the site is equal to the total gained roof terrace area. So the roof acts like a facade and a platform at the same time. But it is also an extension of the boulevard. The platform is linked to the boulevard by a broad set of stairs, which are designed be actively used by the public for sitting and enjoying the views.</p> <p>This proposed landmark building is an elevated landscape with emphasis on preserving the horizontal qualities of the site. It interacts with the sea views as viewed from without and within.</p> <p>The slope incorporates a specially dedicated new office for the lighthouse and a protected zone from the deck. There is exclusive access for lighthouse employees. The lighting of the deck itself in the evening is minimal and arranged so that it doesn't interfere with the working of the lighthouse. An optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Programme</strong></p> <p>The top level includes a cafe and a stage with audience seating for 700 people. The stage is 20m x 20m which can accommodate a different range of musical performance from a 40 piece classical orchestra to jazz bands and rock groups. This stage is accompanied by an open air cafe, which has access from the ground floor with a lift. On the other side of the platform there is a lounge bar, which faces the lighthouse on one side and the other side overlooks the city square below. Underneath the platform is a 3D cinema for 100 people, an additional cafe and bar, various shops and a bicycle/roller-skate rental office. There are two different volumes that overhang the ground floor and these will contain the cafes. The ground floor and the top deck are interconnected by a ramp, a spiral staircase in the middle of the building and two lifts for the disabled. There is direct access from the ground floor to the boulevard.</p> <p><strong>Interaction</strong></p> <p>The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations:</p> <p>Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large gatherings of people assemble while keeping the stage as a temporary structure for the festival season. The building would be used for a variety of community needs during the year. The stage is a temporary structure which is kept folded in the front part of the uninhabitable part of the building.</p> <p>A focus has been given to introducing a raised slope platform, which has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter. </p> <p>Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an analysis of Music festivals, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p>The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double height spaces and a multi-purpose roof.</p> ', 'program' => '3D Cinema,The Stage,Cinema Cafe,Open Water Pool,Open Air Restaurant & Bar,Backstage,Lounge&Bar,Shops,The Lighthouse,The Lighthouse Office,Administration', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '3060', 'budget' => '10 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010-2012', 'image' => '36fb595f2f9415074d386619926caf36.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Slope.pdf', 'team' => '', 'created' => '2017-05-12 11:46:09', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 17 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 18 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 19 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 20 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 21 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 22 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 23 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 24 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 25 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 26 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 27 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '93', 'order' => '29', 'slug' => 'lucky', 'name' => 'Lucky Residential', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to design a mixed-use masterplan for a historic site in central Moscow. The name of the development ‘Lucky’ comes from the ‘Lakokraska’ Scientific Production Company, a paint and ‘lacquer’ factory that occupied the site under a series of different ownerships from the 1850s to the 1980s.</p> <p>The brief called for a predominantly residential scheme, renovating some of the remaining, listed, industrial brick buildings, whilst demolishing the remainder to create accommodation with community and service areas.</p> <p>The practice drew inspiration from the history of the site and its transformation from industrial to residential, responding with a metabolic structure that looks as though it could have ‘grown’ out of the site. Fritz Lang’s ‘Metropolis’ was an influence, with its idea of the past generating the future. The existing historic buildings provided a set of parameters from which AI generated modules that are adaptable in terms of size and their orientation towards the light. The result is a modular residential block of 1246 number of apartments, configured to benefit from light and flexible in terms of the space they offer.</p> ', 'program' => 'residential,office,car park,nursery,restaurant,gym,retail', 'location' => '2 Zvenigorodskaya str. 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The building uses every aspect of its construction for navigation and art exhibition. The roof slopes are pedestrian walkways and they form a sculpture park. (The gradients of sculpture park give many different observation angles for users to apprehend the sculptural work on display.) The views from these roof gradients onto the surrounding buildings and parkland also give the idea that this building is a piece of landscape itself.</p> <p>The Landscape Building expresses the notion of a seamless transition between urban spaces. Its white translucent appearance suggests a universal, timeless character with no obvious materiality. Its architectural elevation from the Potsdamer Str. perspective, has a rectangular shape. But as an observer circumnavigates the edifice, it changes its appearance and shape – in this way, it provides a particularly relativistic experience.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The LANDSCAPE BUILDING, poised between the structures that express qualities of the grid and the sculptural (the Nationalgalerie and the Opera), incorporates both of these qualities. The Landscape Building completes the architectural dialogue at the site.</p> <p>Urban Integration</p> <p>The main hall of the Landscape Building provides a direct connection between Scharounplatz and Sigismundstrasse through a central atrium. Likewise, visitors can ascend the ramp parallel and adjacent to Potsdamer Strasse and navigate the upper pathways of the museum, which trace a zig-zag shape, finally leading visitors down to the site of St. Matthaus Kirche.</p> <p>The Landscape Building’s ramps are designed for barrier free wheelchair access with 6% slope inclination. The highest level of the building platform is 12.1m above ground level, which is 1.3m lower than the Nationalgalerie. The Opera building is still visible from the Nationalgalerie over the top of Landscape building and indeed, the views from the rooftop pathways of Landscape Building maintain constant reference to all adjacent historical buildings.</p> <p>Space Concept</p> <p>The Landscape Building has a large, light filled temporary exhibition hall running through its core (15m wide, 12m high and 100m long). This space can contain large scale installations (on walls, on the ramp, above the submerged part of the ramp). The ramp leads down to the main exhibition spaces of the museum, which are located on the subterranean level.</p> <p>The building plan of access routes has the shape of a cross so that visitors and staff may easily navigate through the building. Equally, such a shape provides enhanced flow in the case of fire or emergency.</p> <p>The roof pathways are open air and the floor surfaces are composed of energy gathering systems that draw energy from motion such as footfall. There are also systems in place to collect rainwater for use in the building’s plumbing networks.</p> <p>Landscap Architectural Integration</p> <p>The top surfaces of this building are a mix of hardscape and landscape as low grade greenery is incorporated into these spaces. The building easily blends into the adjacent platz spaces where trees rise to meet these upper levels. Also, the series of sculptures that are on display along these roof pathways form their own landscape, they comprise a sculpture park. Otherwise, the integration provided by the ramps rising from street level provide a seamless integration with the surrounding topography.</p> ', 'program' => 'Exhibition,Visitor Service,Scientific Research,Depots,Restauration,Delivery,Administration', 'location' => 'Matthaikirchplatz, 10785 Berlin, Germany', 'area' => '28825', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => 'bb7bd62ce5f01832af0880fc78c776c2.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Simon Gatehouse,Nikoloz Japaridze,Giorgi Nishniandize,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Natasha randall,Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys', 'created' => '2017-02-10 16:10:25', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '88', 'order' => '34', 'slug' => 'national science and innovation centre of lithuania', 'name' => 'National Science and Innovation Centre of Lithuania', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Cityscape urban integration</p> <p>This proposed design for Science Island creates a marked but porous division between a newly created urban environment and existing parklands. In keeping with the Science Centre's emphasis on environmental matters, this design provides a natural barrier across the island to preserve the purity of the park. The orientation of the building allows for a fluency of movement via bridges the existing pedestrian bridge and a new southbank bridge connecting the island to the old town and expected future developments in South Kaunas. To minimise car traffic, we have kept the Science Centre as close to the Žalgiris Arena as possible. Since most visitors to Žalgiris Arena arrive in the evening from 20h, we propose that this existing car park be available to Science Centre visitors during its daytime opening hours. Deliveries will be restricted to the East side of the island. The building’s main principle is to divide the island into two parts the landscape and the hardscape.</p> <p>---</p> <p>Architectural quality</p> <p>The balancing building concept was conceived as a subtle intervention into the terrain, and acts as an abstract rectilinear sculptural object. It allows Science Centre curators to make use of both the paved, constructed side of the island and the natural side. The building acts to soften the bulky effect of the Arena structure, to integrate it more subtly into the island space. As a linear volume, the structure maximises possibilities for navigation and exhibition. As a feat of engineering, the balancing building captures the spirit of experiment, and reminds us of scientific apparatus.</p> <p>Interior quality of public spaces</p> <p>The public spaces of this building are singular open space volumes. The main entrance hall is arched with a spherical planetarium suspended overhead. The south hall is a double-height open space for large scale exhibition. The café is positioned with a view onto the old town, indeed the ends of the building are designed to be increasingly transparent to interact with the surrounding landscape. The varying quality of light, from its glass extremities through to the opaque central section of this steel structured building provide a range of illumination for curatorial consideration.</p> <p>Interior quality of galleries</p> <p>The gallery spaces in this balancing building are designed for maximum flexibility. That is, in their simple rectilinear expanses, they can be manipulated for a wide variety of curatorial configuration.</p> <p>Usability space planning and logistics</p> <p>The balancing building is 250 metres long and is at the structure’s mid point; the main entrance faces the plaza, and another entrance faces the park at Level 1. The central hall contains an information centre, cloakroom and shop. Circulation through the building is linear, allowing easy for navigation by visitors. There are four fire escape routes, located every 50 metres along the length of the building. There are dedicated staircase and lifts for staff, located to the side of the main entrance. The back of house functions are positioned in the hill, so deliveries are organised via the existing road behind the Arena.<br /> Structure<br /> The proposed architectural form demands a dramatic structural response so as to produce long-span cantilevers which appear to float without any structural support. The box element of the form is utilised on the two longitudinal sides by incorporating mega trusses which start to describe the form as a long spanning bridge. The transverse section is framed as a moment frame U section allowing the deflection of the section under wide to the sides to be controlled. All the key structural forms would not be possible without the use of a high strength material and in this case structural steel fabricated into relevant box sections and beams sections is the best response. The transverse steel beams are formed with cellular openings to allowing coordination of MEP services. The building is approximately 250m long and hence requires bridge bearings at the first internal support points so as to allow the building to expand and contract from the fixed central point. This makes the building monolithic and without movement joints in structure or fabric. Given the fluvial nature of the river deposits a piled system is proposed for foundation support so as to control settlements. A bored cost in situ concrete piling system is preferred so as to core through any larger stone deposits in the ground.</p> <p>Sustainability & Feasibility</p> <p>This building is constructed from pre-fabricated modular steel members, and as such it is a most efficient and labour saving structure to build. It can be made in a single phase construction, with its pre fabricated parts delivered directly to the site. Based on locality and project use the following sustainable proposals are to be explored: Low Level Air Distribution: maximises the use of 100% outside air; ideal comfort level for occupiers; low running cost and maintenance; River Water Cooling: utilises river to cool the building and eliminate air source cooling; Photovoltaic: electric power generation by integrated PV panels in the façade; LEED Certification: high efficiency lighting; day-light use; lighting control.</p> ', 'program' => 'front of house,Visitor Amenities,Temporary Galleries,Permanent Galleries,Event Spaces,Staff Spaces,Back of House,Plant Spaces', 'location' => 'Kaunas, Lithuania', 'area' => '13000', 'budget' => '$20mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti structure, HED Landscape, DSA engineering ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => '4f8ab71cfe7a587946de21f14d43c6a6.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys,Bathilde Hamonic,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,George Nishnianidze', 'created' => '2017-03-23 16:09:52', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '104', 'order' => '38', 'slug' => 'losbates-school', 'name' => 'New School Losbates', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'CCEA MOBA', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>Annotation</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall. To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium. To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.<br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street.</p> <p>---</p> <p><strong>Urbanism Description</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. As such, it respects both the semi-urban condition of the site – low height, individual houses - and the forest. The main school building is situated on the North-South axis to the site. It acts as a invitation both to forest and village interaction. It maximises the exposure to the sunlight by its orientation and its volumetric composition. The building elements step back from the main entrance towards the East creating a semi-public plaza in front of the school with the private sports and recreation area behind, towards the forest. The building element volumes also step down towards the South breaking up its bulk and mitigating its impact on the existing village houses. Thus, the lowest volume (one storey) is located on the edge of the village while the tallest volume (Gymnasium) is adjacent to the forest. The buildings rectilinear form creates a very distinct shape, which clearly identifies its function. The flats and the Art school are located in the same building in the South- West corner of the site, thus creating a ’gateway’ entry volume onto the site and acting as a transitional object between the village and the school.<br /> The existing pedestrian path to the forest remains as existing and is not obstructed in any way by the new building.</p> <p><strong>Traffic</strong><br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street. It is proposed as a one-way route with a drop-off and a bus stop next to the semi-public plaza. There are three car-parking zones proposed on the site for temporary and permanent parking. Car park 1 (31 cars) is located next to the Flats and the Art school; car park 2 (26 cars) is located on Soubezna Street closer to the main entrance to the building; and car park 3 (60 cars) is located on the northern edge of the site next to the forest and is partly hidden behind the Gymnasium. All three car parks have two disabled car parking spaces. Waste management and access to the track is organised via car park 3 at the far corner of the Gymnasium.</p> <p><strong>Architecture Description</strong><br /> The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it. The tallest volume is located on the edge of the forest and all other volumes step down towards the village in the following order – Gymnasium 9.6m; Secondary school 7.1m (on two levels); Main entrance lobby /Auditorium / Cafeteria 5.6m; Pre-pre and Primary school 4.1m (on one level). All four volumes are linked by means of a straight, 6m wide, circulation spine, which provides for generous circulation but also provides space for extra facilities and activities.</p> <p>The building facades are designed using singular modular system. Accoya type modified timber fins (ref www.accoya.com) are in-filled with timber panels and/or glass panels. The rhythmic order of the fins is disturbed here and there by exceptions at volume junctions, corners and structural elements. Façade depth creates intimacy and focus for the user. It is an inside-out oriented building. It is perceived as series of solid rectangles with intermittent glimpses of glass depending on the viewing angle. The North- South axis orientation of the building exposes the staggered facades towards the South and its stepped composition emphasises the morning sun on the sports and recreation area.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall.<br /> To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium.<br /> To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Structural Frame</strong><br /> The architectural proposals lend themselves to a solid timber frame solution or hybrid steel frame / solid timber solution. In the most technically advanced solution the frame would incorporate the proposed façade in load-bearing capacity.<br /> The use of glued-laminated and cross laminated timber (CLT) as key structural elements for walls and floors of education buildings has been well established in Europe over the past 10 years. The solid timber structure can be exposed for architectural expression and the speed of construction makes the system one of the most cost effective for education building in Europe.<br /> A hybrid structural solution including the use of steel frames and solid timber is also viable where longer spans are required.<br /> Depending on the ground conditions the most economic foundation solution is in situ reinforced concrete pads and strips. The timber structure being almost 40% lighter than concrete structures helps achieve this solution.<br /> A recent innovation in the use of exposed CLT is increased Thermal Mass to the soffits through the introduction of various thermal control materials. Using this new research allows for additional comfort cooling of classrooms.<br /> Solid timber (CLT) is easily sourced from several suppliers in Europe including Binder Holz and KLH in Austria. A number of these manufacturers use timber grown in the Czech Republic.</p> <p><strong>Facades</strong><br /> Accoya was selected due to its dimensional stability making it possible to achieve an elegant, slim structure having wide fixing points without risk of bending or warping. A traditional stick-system is used with Accoya timber fixed to the façade system. </p> <p>Operations and Functionality Description: 2x9 Classes<br /> Access – the main access to the building is organised form the West via a semi-public plaza at the front. School distribution is organised in such a way that all elements of the school can be operate independently.<br /> The circulation spine (6m wide) runs on the North-South axis of the building and connects all parts of school. The spine can be accessed form the main lobby and independently form the both North and South ends.<br /> The main entrance lobby is located in the central volume directly connected to the spine. Waiting area, Auditorium, Cafeteria and Kitchen are located in the central volume, allowing it to operate independently out of school hours.<br /> The Primary school is located on the right from the entrance and operates on one level. Pre-Prep is part of the Primary but can be accessed independently form the plaza drop-off. Pre-prep has its dedicated internal secure courtyard, which also has direct access to the main school playgrounds.<br /> The Secondary school is located on the left of the entrance and operates on two levels. Its main staircase is adjacent to the spine, which can be also used for sitting, gathering and exhibition activities.<br /> The waste management store is located next to the cafeteria kitchen.<br /> Access to the Gymnasium is both form the main circulation spine for school users, but also directly from the public plaza for community users out of school hours.</p> <p><strong>Future Operations and Functionality Description: 3x9 Classes</strong><br /> The building expansion is organised in such a way that it does not compromise the architectural and operational integrity of the building.<br /> The buildings volumes are deigned to allow for the required expansion towards the East:<br /> The Secondary school expands on the first floor level, creating an outdoor covered space below, which can be used as a recreation veranda.<br /> The Primary school expands on the ground floor towards the East by 9m.<br /> The Cafeteria can be expanded towards the East and island kitchen expands retaining its service capabilities and architectural feature.</p> <p>This expansion strategy ensures that the main West-facing elevation, the overall building heights and the main circulation spine are not compromised in any way.</p> <p><strong>Environmental Concept</strong></p> <p>The weather conditions in Prague are not much different from London so we followed some of the principals we applied at Eton College. Eton College had similar requirement from their fundraisers.</p> <p>What we are proposing is a ground source heat pump system that will provide heating to the school during winter. In the summer that can be reversed so cooling can also be provided to certain areas like the auditorium, gymnasium, hub rooms, etc. Having a buried insulated water tank will allow the contribution of other renewable energy sources like evaporative cooling through the use of a water fountain and rain water harvesting for top up. The low night time temperatures in the summer in Prague are ideal for the use of this system – all you need is a water fountain which will effectively provide cooling to hub rooms, etc. and it will also be a good story for the students. Rainwater harvesting will be also used for irrigation and grey water. PV panels will provide power supply to the pumps.</p> <p>With regards to the auditorium, such spaces are better served both in terms of energy use and comfort by displacement ventilation (i.e. 18⁰ C supply air temperature). This will allow the use of 100% outside air (i.e. no refrigeration). The classrooms will be also served by natural ventilation.</p> ', 'program' => 'Pre-Prep,Primary,Secondary,Gymnasium,Auditorium,Art School,Cafeteria,Flats', 'location' => 'Losbates, Prague, Czech Republic', 'area' => '6323', 'budget' => 'EUR 6 mil', 'consultants' => 'DSA Engineering, Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2018', 'image' => '269250488dcdb1f456b2be5080f7ad77.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Elena Cruz Alcami,Nikoloz Japaride,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-20 14:38:54', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => 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eastern Black Sea coast in the region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti in the west of the country. Built near the site of the ancient Greek colony of Phasis, the city has become a major port city and industrial centre since the early 20th century, exporting Georgia's manganese and coal. It is also home to a main naval base and the headquarters of the Georgian navy. Poti port area is planned to become a free economic zone within the framework of a Georgian-United Arab Emirates project inaugurated in April 2008. </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The city lies at an altitude of two meters above sea level. The city's climate is humid subtropical with mild and warm winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 14.1 °C; 2 °C in January, and 22.9 °C in July. Rainfall is abundant and reaches 1,960 mm per annum.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The site</span></span></b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black"> is located in the centre of Poti on the Twelve Apostles semi-circle square filling up one of the missing gaps in the building chain of the envelope. The site is 50m wide and 80m long with short side facing the square. The surrounding area is mostly residential represented by two to four storied buildings. The Neo-Byzantine cathedral, constructed in 1906-7 is situated in the middle of the square which acts as the main focal points of radially surrounding streets. There is large theatre hall on one and new Radisson hotel on the other are being constructed adjacent to the site.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">'Rolling Stones'</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">Two dynamic objects are rolling backwards from the platform acting as dynamic forces scattering towards the square. Each of this two shapes are equal in it's form but differ in scale. By rotating each of them we introduce two completely different objects in two different states of movement. An open inclined platform acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the Twelve Apostles Square and the Cathedral. The elevated landscape acts like the sea washing of the sides of the objects creating open and enclosed courtyards within the platform. Oxidised cooper finished facades bring large amount of colour and distinguishes solid state of these 'two' objects.</span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">Programme</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The ground floor level conceits of main offices of The House of Justice including:- Prosecutor's Office- Civil Registration Agency- National Registration Agency- Energetics Office- Hall For Wedding Registration Ceremony- Main Operation Hall. The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">use the platform as a park. The enclosed part of the building would be used for a needs of House of Justice - the open platform would be used of community needs.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• A focus has been given to introducing a raised-slope platform, which has different purposes </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">throughout the year - a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Two random shaped objects represent - dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building, </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">though green colouring represent - calmness and trust.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpLast"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double-height spaces and a multipurpose roof.</span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Office,CRA/NBE/NAPR,Energetics Office,Wedding Hall,Prosecutor's Office', 'location' => 'Poti, Georgia', 'area' => '1620', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '1a84293392db8a7723185884cd99b63a.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Nika Maisuradze,Devi Kituashvili,Vano KSnelashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-21 10:47:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 17 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '55', 'order' => '42', 'slug' => 'cinema', 'name' => 'Modular Cinema', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'program' => 'cinema,cafeteria', 'location' => '', 'area' => '1600', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2014', 'image' => '28352c5056baadd9165dd9b6073f7955.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_CINEMA.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2014-03-28 16:46:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 18 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '64', 'order' => '52', 'slug' => 'origami highline', 'name' => 'Origami Highline', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Providencia, Santiago, Chile', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>The Site</strong></p> <p>The northern end of the Balmaceda park is obstructed by a traffic route, Huelen street, connecting Avenida Providencia and Avenida Andre Bello. Due to its short length and the heavy traffic of Huelen street, there is little possibility of submerging the road underground or having it pass overhead as a bridge. These length and weight considerations are the main obstacle to directly connecting the park and the territory in front of Tajamar Towers.</p> <cut> <p>The other important restriction here is the ground-level car park in close proximity to the Mapocho River, a river which includes underground waters running close to the site. The presence of these waters will make excavation difficult and expensive. Moreover one level of underground car park will only have capacity for the current number of cars, which arguably makes the underground idea redundant. So, the car park will remain at the same level but will be recombined into the new landscape design.</p> --- <p><strong>Origami</strong></p> <p>Origami is an ancient art of Japan. It is a creative method of folding paper to develop beautiful structures. Japanese origami structures feature chiseled cones achieved by making multiple folds and layers out of a single paper. The resultants are beautiful shapes and forms resembling animals shapes like boar head, birds, etc., objects like ink bottles, air crafts and other objects.</p> <p><strong>Concept – Origami Highline</strong></p> <p>The planting of 200 Sakura trees inspired the idea of completing the park with an origami-style structure. The interplay between the delicate and frizzy trees and the subtle but rigid Origami highline makes an appealing and graceful contrast. The abundance of cherry blossoms in the late spring is always highly appealing to park-users and the highline will provide a pleasing experience of the blossoms from a higher perspective. As a raised leisure area and connection bridge, Origami highline opens Balmaceda park in vertical and diagonal directions, resonating with Tajamar Towers, and bringing the territory into one whole. By folding a conical red plane three times, the flat form becomes a functional object. There are three main features of the object:</p> <ul> <li>As a bridge connection of Tajamar Towers to the park;</li> <li>As a slope on which public entertainment will take place, providing a seating area for open-air concerts, skateboarding and a viewing area from which to view the park, the Mapocho River and fountains;</li> <li>As a ‘highline’ (like in New York City), a raised space with benches and other street furniture that acts like a first-floor-level park.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Landscape</strong></p> <p>The landscape in front of the towers will be designed by mixing hardscape and softscape, blending Sakura trees through organised pedestrian paths. Sakura trees will also be integrated into the car park area. Huelin street will be paved with modern, flat cobblestones. There will be no level difference between the pavement and footpath so the park and the landscape will have a seamless flow for pedestrians. There will be illuminated safety bollards alongside the road.</p> <p><strong>Lighting</strong></p> <p>There will be solar-powered LED lighting integrated into the landscape. Every Sakura tree will be lit from below. The bridge itself will be lit from below following the supporting legs and a red LED strip light will follow the recessed edges. At night the Sakura trees will be illuminated, and a red-light zig-zag will hover above ground as it follows the Origami highline.</p> <p><strong>Structural Philosophy</strong></p> <p>The proposed structural form is a response to a natural curves formed in the crust of the earth. Timber is used as a natural material but in a form that is easy and fast to assemble on site and simple to dismantle.</p> <p>The key component is the use of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) panel technology that is produced in significant quantities in Chile. The panels are produced and transported in sizes up to 3m x 18m and is a revolutionary use of timber as it is as strong as concrete but a fifth of the weight.</p> <p>The decking structure is formed from CLT panels cut to shape and laid on glu)laminated roof truss beams that are spaced at 6m centres. The main display wall is a solid CLT panel system that provides the key stability for the structure. CLT is registered for seismic design in Latin America.</p> </cut>', 'program' => 'Highline', 'location' => 'Santiago, Chile', 'area' => '12', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => 'Archiplan (Chile)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => 'a61df6b340aeec4e684b68bd9dd1ff44.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Providencia.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Dominykas Daunis,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2015-01-28 17:46:41', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 19 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '117', 'order' => '54', 'slug' => 'batumi-campus', 'name' => 'Batumi Campus', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Batumi City Hall', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="CxSpFirst" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The site is located adjacent to Batumi University and serves as one of the focal points along the boulevard. The surrounding area is mostly residential with hotels and public recreational zones like Park 26 May and lake Nuri. The site is overlooking the courtyard and opens views along the cost. There is a university building adjacent to the site and which heighten activity in the area. New Radisson hotel from the north-west is the main visual marker in relation to the building.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">“The Knowledge Hole”</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The concept behind this building is the idea of “The Knowledge Hole” as a public space which acts like viewing platform overlooking the city. However, the building is positioned as a wall, the hole becomes main focal points connecting two sides of the site.</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The building is formed as a single volume. The programme is distributed in staggering of each component on top of each other. Building is divided in two parts by corridor and two service-cores in both ends of 50 m long corridor. The hole intersects the corridor with</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">Programme</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The density and mixture of programme of the proposed building has emerged based on a number of considerations:</span></span> </span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• Primarily, the desire to bring different aspects of urban life</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">to a residential area. In other words, to provide open elevated platforms for enjoying panoramic views of the city</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• A focus has been given to introducing mixed-programme platforms on different levels of the building. There are no existing viewing platforms for public use in the old city area. The inclusion of elevated platforms in the building will define</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">its uniqueness and importance in Batumi</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• The programme mixture has been driven by a comprehensive feasibility study and market assessment in which various asset classes were analysed. The relative opportunities for each component of programme resulted in an optimal development mix to meet possible public needs</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• 27 levels of building programme have been introduced to maximise the use of land and budget</span></span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Education,Sport,Terrace - park,Common Features,Administration,Mechanical,Service,Lobby,Parking', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '21060', 'budget' => '$40mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010', 'image' => 'a11d592eb8c9efe45ab288caf1d84930.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Batumi Campus.pdf', 'team' => 'Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2020-07-17 13:21:35', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 20 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '56', 'order' => '59', 'slug' => 'hloubetin', 'name' => 'Hloubetin Community Centre, Prague District 14', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Prague ', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Site<br /> The community centre and library in Hloubetin is positioned at the edge of the historic gardens of a castle and St. Georges church. The castle is surrounded by a containing wall and there is a gap in the wall which coincides with the plot of the community centre.</p> <p>Concept<br /> This structure represents the idea of the gate, encapsulating the spirit of community and integration. It speaks to the ‘within and without’ nature of the historic wall by positively embodying the concept of connection: between society, culture and garden. The emphasis on permeability in this design means street and garden are given to each other. Likewise, the building itself opens in various ways onto the garden allowing for a variety of architectural formulations for public events.</p> --- <p><br /> Urban strategy<br /> Historically, the church and the castle formed the centre of Hloubetin. A wise approach to upgrading the townscape must include developing and restoring the centre to attract visitors and create a community hub. By re-emphasising the historical centre indeed the whole area could be pedestrianized this creates a platform, both literally and metaphorically where a market place, restaurants, cafes, an organised car park, local shops can be properly sited. This proposed pedestrianized zone places Hloubetin exactly within the European tradition of the central square.</p> <p>Planning & Interior<br /> The building addresses its historical setting and forms a gate for modern life. Each of the spaces open onto the street and lead to the garden. The public café acts as a main entrance and a lobby, which gives directly onto the street.<br /> The internal lines of the structure speak to the wall itself, texturally suggesting extrapolation of the historic wall. The walls act like objects themselves in their functions as bookshelves, stairs, coffee bar, etc. They are configured as displaced parts of the ‘castle wall’ creating divisions in the programme a multifunction hall & community hall; a library; a and a public cafeteria. Each part of the programme is interconnected through ramps and stairs. The dividing volumes are designed as modular timber structures as ‘walls’ which contain various service components such as a book depository & drop off point; a bar; a cloak room; stairs; ramps; picture display; internet access screens; and chair storage. The basement level is dedicated to library depository, technical rooms, kitchen, public toilets and staff changing rooms, with two exit staircases.<br /> The 1st level is dedicated to quiet reading rooms, libraries, offices and a communication bridge. The walls and ground floor levels are adjusted to the landscape levels allowing seamless flow of public from the street to the garden. Glass doors surrounding the building on the ground level open to the garden and to the street allowing free flow of public in and out. The resulting interior is clean lined, light filled and neutral, and will form a simple but functional backdrop to the colour provided by books and day to day activities of the community members.</p> <p>Materials<br /> The structural elements of the object-walls, the facades and the roof are made out of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) grid 60x60x30cm. The basement slab is laid from reinforced concrete, the walls are made of foundation blocks. The ground floor slab is made of deck boards upon glue lam beams. The object-walls are composed with the technique of modular blocking used for shelving. The surfaces in between the shelves, vertically and horizontally, are filled with 25mm four layer polycarbonate colour sheets. Polycarbonate sheets provide good acoustic insulation and thermal control, which is useful when using the building in separate parts. The façade ground level is glazed, and first level and the roof a</p> ', 'program' => 'Library,community centre,cafe', 'location' => 'Prague, Czech Republic', 'area' => '1550', 'budget' => '1m. 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A 17m long Stella indicates the main entrance to the pavilion from the main pedestrian artery of the exhibition, and continues into the field roof. The inside of the walls and ceiling of the pavilion is designed as an interactive screen with constantly changing images. The dynamic architecture of the pavilion emphasises the continuous link between technology and nature.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The proposed concept is an example of so called 'quantum' architecture, since the roof and the wall comprise single form, where the natural and the technological complement each other. Such an approach fits well into the latest trends of modern architecture, and puts the Russian Pavilion on an equal footing among other national pavilions, combining depth of analysis and contemporary design.</p> ', 'program' => '- Exhibition,Event Hall,Stage', 'location' => 'Plot No. 45 Expo Milan', 'area' => '3000', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Structural Engineers - Engenuiti ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '577a56e9d22e6c9d7374509d78d294ea.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_EXPO2015.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Yakim Milev,Sabrina Moreale,Buster Ronngren,Ksenia Zizina', 'created' => '2013-12-13 10:02:07', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 22 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '38', 'order' => '62', 'slug' => 'mushtaidi-development', 'name' => 'Mushtaidi Development', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Tbilisi is he largest city and the capital of Georgia, lying on the banks of Mtkvari River. Located in the South Caucasus at 41° 43' North Lat. and 44° 47' East Long. The city was founded in the 5th century by Vakhtang Gorgasali, the Georgian King of Iberia. The city has more than 100 different ethnic groups. Tbilisi has been historically known for religious tolerance. This is especially evident in the city's Old Town, where a mosque, synagogue, and Eastern and Oriental Orthodox churches can all be found within less than 500 metres (1,600 ft) from each other. The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-770 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The Site The site is located in the centre of Tbilisi (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site is an abandoned open air (non-standard) football pitch and wild greenery not being used for more than 15 years. The size of the plot is 23.600m2. The surrounding area morphology varies there is Mushtaidi Gardens from one side and the bier brewery from the other adjacent to the site. There is a residential area with the library and some sport facilities nearby. B. Paitchadze UEFA standard stadium with maximum capacity 80.000 people is located in about 200m from the site. This stadium is main counterpoint to the development with its size and height. Eight lane embankment is about 6m below the Mushtaidi gerdens supported by the concrete wall. This level difference gives good conditions for phasing of development of the plot. The site is encircled by the First Children's railway constructed 1935 (see below). This project conciders renovation of the railway with new mini stations integrated into the development. Programme The building has complex programme distribution on different levels starting from the below: Office Lobby, Supermarket, Storages, Technical, Swimming Pool, Cafes & Restaurants, Retail Offices (upper deck) The Deck IMAX 3d Cinema Ellipse Residential Towers The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can use the site as a continuation of Mushtaidi park. Underneath the deck-platform would be used for hanging cafes & restaurants. There is the direct access to the IMAX 3D cinema ellipse from the park. A focus has been given to introducing a raised deck-platform, to liberate the land and connect directly to the garden. The deck platform has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a ice skating in winter. The deck platform will be divided into residential and public areas. IMAX cinema is positioned in the middle of the development thus connecting all functions of the building becoming a centre of composition and the programme. The twin towers 160m tall represent dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building. These towers will be the tallest towers in the city. Introducing the deck-platform as the main interactionpoint of the programme was derived from an analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the deck platform making the deck-platform an open connection zone through the retail. The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a two underground levels of storages and parking which connects Kipiani str. and the embankmentre covered in ETFE. </p> ', 'program' => 'Office,Supermarket,Retail,Car Park Pool,IMAX 3D,Residential,Park', 'location' => 'Left Embankment, Tbilisi,Georgia', 'area' => '83504', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '758e48dc275b24c204e3b1e99dd4046a.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_MGD.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Rusudan Margishvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:15:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 23 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '24', 'order' => '65', 'slug' => 'gelenjik', 'name' => 'Gelendjik', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Our client requested that we generate four different residential areas: standard acommodations; an apart-hotel; villas with private beaches;<br /> villas with bigger plots facing the tree park. This conglomeration is situated on a plot of 20,000 m2 in the middle ofGelenjik bay. We divided the site with an entertainmnet centre contqining a football pitch, tennis courts, an archery club, an aquapark,a yachting club and a floating restaurant.</p> <p>---</p> <p>This allowed the possibility of public use by guests and also a degree of privacyfor privileged residents by securing zones in private condominiums. We introduced a "french" grid (30x30m) which allowed us to create residential 15m-wide blocks with 1 to 5 apartments per floor.The round shaped residential blocks allowed the owner to divide sell or rent out any part of the floor plan from 10m wide up to the whole floor. Using internal circulation and service, the views can be maintained all around the block perimeter from seaviews to the mountain views.For security reasons the buildings are raised on columns of 6m from the ground to provide permeability and a direct view of the entrance doors.</p> ', 'program' => 'Residential complex,Private Villas,Library,Sport Centre,Aquapark,Dendropark', 'location' => 'Gelenjik', 'area' => '50000', 'budget' => '$45 mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2005', 'image' => '51f879b59ab12d04b50f43091c2aa8c8.jpg', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Gelenjik.pdf', 'team' => 'Nikoloz Japaridze,Olga Kolesnik', 'created' => '2013-12-10 11:01:01', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth 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just on the outskirts of the city centre and close to the Tbilisi Court building. The building was completed in February 2012. The brief was to create workspace for 60 members of staff, a substantial lobby and car parking. Work began in May 2011 and the building was completed in early 2012. The building consists of a stalwart, stark black frame that has luminous, delicate volumes suspended within it. 70% of the building is freestanding away from the sides and the ground creating an impression of ‘floating’ forms. The volumes make way for a passageway to one side of the building, creating a physical transparency of the building that is alluded to throughout the design.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The suspended volumes are staggered so that they create terraces and balconies. The interior intelligently uses glass to create a feeling of transparency and light, in contrast to the dark impenetrable framework. The ground floor serves as the main access area with security check in and lobby. </p> <p>The top floor is dedicated to the Prosecutor's office, a meeting room, canteen and veranda for use by staff. A sky park, or roof garden, is used for conferences and celebrations. In contrast to the openness of the front facing facade, the back of the building is smooth and functional with few windows. The choice of materials and the form have been chosen to reflect the function of the building.<br /> The stark geometry of the black frame represents the uncompromising nature of the legal system. Inside the building, a clustered, mirrored volume endlessly throws reflections: “The semantic message here is that the centre is unknowable purely because it is an endless reflection and ordering of the world around it”, says Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze. “The structure mirrors the brain; the glass exterior mimics the lobar matter which processes exterior realities, while the hypothalamus is the centre of the nervous system controlling temperature, hunger, thirst and fatigue”.</p> ', 'program' => 'Offices', 'location' => '8 Aghmashenebeli av. Tbilisi,Georgia ', 'area' => '1500', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Elita Burdji, Arctrade, Reynaers,', 'awards' => 'Commendation at Structural Awards 2012 in the UK; Chicago Athenaeum 2014; EUMiesAward 2017 Nominee;', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '60c89dcc33c6f663edd7f945331efe03.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_TPO.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:56:00', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 1 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '45', 'order' => '1', 'slug' => 'lazika-municipality', 'name' => 'Lazika Town Hall', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention, alongside engineers Engenuiti, designed a steel structured building as a part of the development of a new city on the Black Sea coast. The brief was to create a Public Service Hall, a Wedding Hall and Municipal Offices. Work on the project began at the end of January, 2012, and the building was completed in mid-September, 2012. The building was constructed in 168 days with a progressive drafting schedule.</p> <p>The architects explain that the building is a juxtaposition between a building and a sculpture. It is not divided into floors but is comprised of volumes each volume of the building can function separately from the other. Architects of Invention founder Nikoloz Japaridze explains: ‘Lazika Town Hall is a rectilinear experiment in the vertical displacement of solid mass'. ‘This is a series of floating objects which should set the stage for this new city on the marshlands.</p> <p>---</p> <p><br /> The local architecture was historically stilt-supported so there is natural precedent here,’ says Japaridze. He cites Yona Friedman’s ‘floating city’ as the main correlation point for this project. The ambition of this project was to make a building as a sculpture made out of one material. The suspended volumes create public spaces, separated from each other, forming a monument, and saliently, a benchmark for the new architecture of new futuristic city. Our priority here was the void, not the mass we began with the empty space since this is a project of the future and there is no memory to which solid mass might refer.</p> <p> </p> <p>Instead of carving voidspace from a cube, we have done the reverse. It is a void with volumes inserted and each volume has a fragile connection to the others, via the void. For example, there is a red glass tube (the elevators) connecting the lower floors with the top cubic volume so the experience is of transition, as though through red lens. When you navigate the building, the voids are felt more than the solid forms it can be daunting at times. Paul Grimes, director of Engenuiti, describes the structure: ‘The structural frame is constructed from steel, utilizing a series of raking steel columns to produce the dramatic floated upper platform. Challenges include the seismic conditions and the sympathetic employment of local skills to achiev what will be an iconic statement of architectural ambition’.</p> <p> </p> <p>The foundation solution was for 80 piles 800mm diameter (has bbeen installed through rotary percussion methods)and up to 25m deep. Control of settlements due to organic layers and control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event were the main concerns. A key consideration in the design was the need to control costs where possible but also to use local materials and local labour so as to give the maximum benefit to the local economy. Normally this would push the design towards a structural concrete solution in Georgia. However the complexity of the project dictated that the project is best developed using a Structural Steel Framing Solution.</p> <p>The Site</p> <p>Lazika is a newly founded city on the Black Sea coast, located on previously uninhabited coastal wetlands. Lazika is located one mile to the south of the sea resort Anaklia and 3 miles south of Georgia's border with Abkhazia. The name 'Lazika' refers to the Graeco-Roman name for the region. The city’s existence was announced in December, 2011 by President Saakashvili, and established upon the completion of the Lazika municipality building in September 2012. The city remains in limbo with only one building, the municipality building, having been constructed. Currently, Lazika's future hangs in the balance, as the new government decides its course of action. The architecture of this particular area (Mengrelia West Georgia) reflects environmental considerations. The region has high level of humidity and dump soil, so local peoples traditionally built houses on stilts with no foundation to encourage ventilation from underneath and keep the structure dry. The site is almost at the existing mean sealevel and hence the client needed to be aware of the risks associated with anticipated global warming and subsequent sea level rises which could be in excess of 1m during the next century (based on climate modeling).The water table is between 1 and 1.5 m below ground level. Our main concerns included the control of settlement due to organic layers and the control of potential liquefaction of the ground during a seismic event. The Caucasus region, in which the site is located, is one of the most seismically active regions in the Alpine-Himalayan collision belt. This seismicity is driven on a global scale by the collision of the African and Arabian tectonic plates with the Eurasian plate. Based on our understanding of the regional geology it is valid to assume one of the worst ground conditions for seismic design Ground Profile E to EC8. The water table is between 1 to 1.5 m below ground level.</p> <p>Elevated Plinths</p> <p>The three volumes of this structure are all detached from the ground at different levels. Each of these three shapes are devoted to different functions. Each of these three volumes operates self-sufficiently and has its own entrance from the street but they are also interconnected. The volume on the ground level is designated as the main Public Services Hall, with easy access at street level. The second volume is dedicated for use as a wedding ceremony hall with direct access to a large terrace. The third volume floats 20m above the ground and contains office spaces. Only pillars and circulation points touch the ground. The perforated steel sheet cladding finishing of the facade of the top volume bring 50% transparency and lend a solid quality to the volume at the same time. The steel frame structure is integrated throughout all parts of the design and this frame is exposed to emphasise the building's technology and spirit of innovation. The top volume have the dimensions of 35mx35m, and its downward projection describes the contours of the building which is a parallelogram containing positive and negative space. A specific appearance was given to each functional volume the transparent (public hall), the semi-transparent (wedding hall), and the translucent (offices). The public hall has clear walls on all four sides. The wedding hall is a dynamic volume where floor, wall and ceiling utilises the same material and the curve they describe brings dynamics to the adjacent terrace which lies underneath the top volume. The top volume is an enclosed mass, concentrated on the activity of office work, but it too, gives precedence to the void at its centre.</p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall', 'location' => 'Lazika, Georgia ', 'area' => '2075', 'budget' => '$9 mil ', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti, Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi', 'awards' => 'Finalist Office Award OfficeNext2013 Moscow ', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '45c0cffd63e2b19bd924e0f5da35d4be.jpg', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Lazika.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2013-12-12 19:00:18', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 2 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '41', 'order' => '2', 'slug' => 'national-olympic-committee-house', 'name' => 'National Olympic Committee House', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'National Olympic Committee GEONOC', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>The practice was appointed by GEONOC to complete the restoration of the exterior, landscape design of surrounding gardens, museum design and office spaces for over 100 members of staff. The building is situated in the southern part of the city in the historical quarter rich in 18th century German, French and Italian architecture. The construction was completed at the end of 2011. The building was originally built in the 19th century as a private residence and has been used for government purposes since the 1960s. While the exterior maintains its classical attributes, the interior is strongly contemporary and demonstrates a definitive move away from the Soviet architecture of the past. </p> <p>---</p> <p>Architects of Invention worked on all elements of the interior, from the intriguing reception desk a standard rectangular table that is fissured with an arresting crevice that cuts deeply through the centre to the athletic track markings on the floor that guide visitors around the interactive displays for young visitors to the museum. Perhaps the most striking element of the scheme is the staircase that winds through the building’s four storeys, linking exhibitions spaces and offices. The architects had to reinforce the basement level to allow large openings in the walls of the upper storeys so that the staircase could penetrate the structure. The staircase is a steel frame with MDF panels and the frame, steps and handrails are finished with maple veneer. The seemingly endless twists and turns of the staircase refer to the limitless possibilities of human achievement.</p> <p>Architect Nikoloz Japaridze explains “This work represents the idea of dynamics in sport with the abstract compositions of the staircase and the reception table. The first object you encounter is the introverted desk with its never-ending fissure, and then you meet the extroverted staircase like the open path to Olympus, where the summit meets its own reflection, inferring that striving never ends, that there is no limit to human achievement”.<cut><cut><cut></cut></cut></cut></p> <cut></cut>', 'program' => 'Office', 'location' => '11 Machabeli street, Tbilisi, Georgia ', 'area' => '2300', 'budget' => '$1 mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => 'Best Office Award OfficeNext2012 Moscow', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '5d2b902537e6842161e07c59e2a1525c.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_NOCH.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:29:47', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 3 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '42', 'order' => '3', 'slug' => 'house-of-justice', 'name' => 'House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '5', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to submit a proposal by Georgia’s House of Justice. The brief included a design for a 1500m2 building to house 95 members of staff and a flow of 400 users a day, to serve Ozurgeti’s population of 15,000. Construction began in September 2011.<cut></cut><br /> </p> <p><cut>The Ministry building brings together a number of services - the Civil Registry Agency, National Agency of Public Registry, National Archives of Georgia, National Bureau of Enforcement and Notary Chamber - under one roof, creating a new blueprint for a government building. Inspired by a classical Greek form, the Ministry is fronted with regular columns, but, rather than a rendered façade, the columns support a canopy beneath which are two independent and contrasting glass volumes. The size of the Public Hall defines the first volume, which is rectangular and also contains office space.--- The second volume is oval and set apart from the rectangular block to accommodate a covered entrance and public walkway between the buildings, connecting the square to one of Ozurgeti’s major boulevards. Each form is double-storied and linked by an underground corridor. The exteriors and interiors are uniform white, adding to a sense of luminosity. The choice of 100% transparent low emission glass creates brightness inside the building. This building is contextual, with a clear relationship to the city and its surroundings. It invites public interaction and its presence modernises the square with its existing residential buildings, a former local art museum and a 400-seat theatre.</cut></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Service Hall,Offices,Wedding Hall', 'location' => 'Ioane Petritsi street, Ozurgeti, Georgia', 'area' => '1560', 'budget' => '$2.5 Mil', 'consultants' => 'Progressi, Casacalda, Arctrade, Reynaers, Anagi,', 'awards' => 'Best Project Award at Moscow Architecture Biennale 2012', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => 'a205a9d9d80daef54fc2e169f6d6c48e.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_OZ.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Salome Ghudushauri,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:41:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Nakanimamasakhlisi', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '5', 'title' => 'Built', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:57:39', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:50' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 4 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '120', 'order' => '10', 'slug' => 'NMKL', 'name' => 'National Museum of Korean Literature', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Korea', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The story is printed by us</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Just as ink revolutionised the written word, the printing press revolutionised book publication– 3D printing revolutionises architecture, how we build, with a view to innovation and sustainability. Cheaper, quicker, easier— sustainable. The importance of literary culture is promoted by bringing future technology and innovation – narrative and form combine, printed in an architectural gesture.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Hand drawing manifestation</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In re-establishing the primacy of hand-drawing and its original possibilities in the making of buildings, the 3D printing approach is more sensual than it first seems. A return to the rudimentary skills of a drawing using the printing tool makes art of buildings. The manifestation of a hand-drawing, printed to form a building opens amazing possibilities in the expression of cultural and expansive gestures within the built environment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The rational vs the irrational in architecture</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The comparison of a free-hand movement with controlled structural patterns highlights the contrast between 3D printed and traditional construction technology. Traditional concrete technology follows established methods, bound to the supply chain production rationalisation of manufacturing, which insisted upon technology based on the formwork dimension governed grid.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">3D technology eliminates this notion of the grid-based rationalisation systems by using ‘singular’ material and its bottom-to-top layering method. No more factory-based rationalised supply chain systems. Post-rationalisation collides with a rationalisation of the meaningless combination of elements confined to a sequence forming a conglomerate of an organism, while the organism is a singular motion, technique, material and a free form. No more container stacked rectangles. Shape does not matter, if the rational resonates with the desired outcome. The expression of thoughts, unconstrained by technology leads to a liberation of thought itself. Just as ink made it possible to record and translate thought, not only in the form of words as symbols, but also in the generation of stories. A story can be anything, a narrative, a multi-layered, polyphonic, flowing whole—why should architecture be constrained by building blocks, unable to fully express itself, always relying on a heavy industrial supply chain?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The singularity I’m referring to points to essential and ultimate ways of living. It is the creating of singular solutions for multiple functions, forms and purposes. It is difficult to reconcile architecture’s singularity with the awareness of its multiple conditions and consequences. There is a fragile boarder between the Post-humanistic scientific approach and more traditional humanism with the emphasis on the singular. Parametricism denies human input except for a methodologic matrix control. All parameters are pre-set in the given conditions of the place (sun, wind, climate, market conditions, programme) so human input is a monitoring stance, making choices in a random order, mostly based on the intuition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Singularity focuses on architecture as a singular object - aesthetic, formal, self-contained and irreducible to the conditions from which it emerges or the effects it stimulates. Architecture is an isolation from determining multiplicities or programme, creating homogeneous unity in a homogenous space. Functions can no longer be differentiated but they are alienated into ephemeral hybridisation.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Challenge in the Principle is this: the post-humanistic (that is, robots) versus the human (that is, the individual/singular). Architecture can no longer be critical, because it depends on pre-determined, automatic choices of the parametric input matrix, which we, as a society, made possible by accepting the notion of progress via google, uber, amazon and grasshopper.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt;"><strong><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The site is currently vacant. From three sides it has no surrounding roads. The access is restricted to 15.5m width from the North-West side, where the pavement changes its texture. The slope drops by 9m from South-East. The longest border is adjacent to the scheduled by 2022 development of the Arts Village residential area. The site area 13, 248 m2 with very narrow shape at the South-West corner.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Topography and Natural Environment</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Located at the west side of Bukhansan National Park and the boundary of Eunpyeong New Town, the site has an affluent natural environment where Bukhansan Mountain is on the east and Imalsan Mountain is on the northwest. The Neighborhood Park of Gijachon District 1 adjacent to the site was formed in 2014, with a gate ball court, fitness center, forest playground, outdoor stage, and others outdoor experience. Among the eight Bukhansan Dulle-gil courses that are stretched south and east of the site, Cloud Garden and the Eunpyeong trails are connected. The height difference between the 124m altitude of the pedestrian passage of the Arts Village and 133m altitude of the trail adjacent to Bukhansan Dulle-gil is about 9m.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Design overview</span></span></span></b></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The envisioned building for this museum is arranged on 3 levels, including basement. Its overall height above ground (building shape) is 25m. The building footprint is a prolonged trapezoidal form of 112,500m long by 75m at its shortest side. The total footprint area is 7,253.5 m2, which is about 55% of the site area. The building is situated in the middle of the plot creating front and back outdoor areas. The building volume is positioned at the lowest level of the site’s sloped landscape and its roof profile aligns with the landscape behind the building providing easy access to the roof garden. The entire roof-surface serves as an outdoor garden for leisure purposes with views towards the built-up area and mountain range. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The main entrance to the site, for both vehicles and pedestrians, is accessed at the North-West side, at the end of Yeonseo-ro within 15.5m access area. Pedestrian access is to the left towards the main entrance of the museum; vehicles enter on the right, towards the drop-off, the carpark entrance and the delivery point at the far end of the building. The main entrance to the building is organised at the front yard from the North, which is flattened as a result of a cut-out landscape.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">There are three levels to the building: The -1 floor has a double height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park; The ground floor includes the main entrance to the building, an administration office, a double-height main storage facility, M&E rooms and a car park. The +1 floor includes a museum and its supporting facilities, a museum shop, a cafeteria, a community hall, and education facilities. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Four stair & lift cores serve as the building circulation and maintenance. There is a goods-lift with direct access to the museum facility. The main entrance is a triple height space with reception, toilets, two stairs and lift core at the both ends. Large circular stairs give access to the first-floor museum area. </span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpFirst"><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The Architecture</span></span></span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> of the building is a collection of randomised shapes formed by vertical walls which meander through the building creating the building mass. The two lower floors are organised as back-of-house with regular flat slabs and columns, where the first floor is an arched space cut through the walls creating a large open space to encapsulate the main museum and community facilities. Transparent and translucent glass partitions segregate functional spaces where necessary. NMKL thus realises a space that symbolizes multi-dimensional enjoyment of Korean Literature.</span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt"><span style="line-height:115%"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">In order to achieve this kind of architecture, <b>3D Concrete Printing Technology</b> is feasible to be utilised. In comparison with traditional concrete formwork building, 3D printed technology makes very complex shapes and structures possible with a significant reduction of cost, time and materials. This gives a unique quality as the singular materiality of concrete is maintained throughout the exterior and interior of the building. Ecologically sustainable mixing aggregates, such as clay, basalt, fibreglass, offer different colours and textures creating a most exciting architecture<span style="color:#453ccc">.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle"> </p> ', 'program' => 'Parking,Office Area,Collection Storage,Education Area,Common Space,Complex Cultural Space,Circulation', 'location' => 'Seoul, Korea', 'area' => '196802', 'budget' => '48, 496 Million KRW (£30, 900,000 GBP)', 'consultants' => 'STU (Structure), Nec (M&E), IERI (Urban planning), GZA (Transport)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2021', 'image' => 'e1f2e4b37a475711343ba0aa8e026e6d.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Nikoloz Japaridze,Ilia Gamisonia,Simon Gatehouse,Eka Kankava,Stefan Nest', 'created' => '2021-06-29 16:23:38', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => 'Archirost', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => 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style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">Station "Prospect Marshal Zhukov"</span></span></b></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="vertical-align:middle"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:9.5pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black">Consortium of London-based practice <b>Architects of Invention (AI)</b> and <b>Nowadays</b> of Moscow has submitted a design proposal for Metro Station. 5 teams were shortlisted to enter an international competition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The station design is based on a consistent repetition of round sectors that make up the column that frame the platform. They combine an architectural element, engineering systems (ventilation) and a light source.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> Columns remind of various telescopic devices and products - antennas, mechanical "legs" of construction or space vehicles. 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The soft silver light poured into the underground lobby creates a clean space in which it is equally pleasant to find yourself, both at the beginning and at the end of the path.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">The entire design of the station is based on the repetition of a single element - a thin aluminum tube. From the walls of the underground vestibule along the escalators, it descends onto the columns of the platform and turns into a giant pipe of the underground station.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"> All parts of the station are subject to a single color logic. Red accents accompany all parts of the station, from the outdoor pavilion to the platform. The outdoor pavilion is dominant blue with red accents; the lobby is an all-white and silver space with red accents; the station hall is a kind of culmination - an active combination of blue, red and white.</span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:"><b> </b></span></span></span></span></span></div> <div style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span calibri="" style="font-family:"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><span cyntho="" pro="" style="font-family:">46 identical columns create an impressive space united by a single technique. A row of columns reproduces the image of mechanical sliding legs that go down and merge with the white floor. The contact points of the elements are highlighted with red light. The color design is based on the gradual transition from dark blue to light silver-white, from top to bottom, which seems to dissolve the columns in space as they approach the floor.</span></span></span></span></span></div> ', 'program' => 'entrance pavilion,ticket hall,escalators,station hall & platform', 'location' => 'Prospect Zhukova, Moscow, Russia', 'area' => '700', 'budget' => '£4mil', 'consultants' => 'Yarko-Yarko', 'awards' => '3rd Prize Winner', 'year' => '2020', 'image' => '536601ce173f42dc127d3d61f24faa10.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'London AI team: Nikoloz Japaridze,Ruth Sullivan,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Giorgi Khetsuriani,Moscow Nowadays team: Natalia Mastalerz,Nata Tatunashvili,Alena Grandkina,Dina Khodunova', 'created' => '2020-10-14 13:20:46', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '0', 'photographer' => 'Archirost', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 7 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '65', 'order' => '22', 'slug' => 'nineelmsbridge', 'name' => 'Nine Elms Bridge', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Wandsworth Council', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>The Nine Elms - Pimlico Bridge: The Clip<br /> The new link between historic Pimlico and the cutting-edge development at Nine Elms should express the city’s ambitions for those neighbourhoods and for London as a whole.</p> <p>On the south side, a gateway that will define a modern development; on the north side, a seamless entrance to classic Pimlico and Victoria beyond. Over the river, two asymmetrical arches gracefully soar over a continuous loop a striking geometry that refers to London’s other bridges while reproducing none of them.</p> <p>Dedicated cycling lanes mean that The Clip will become a vital artery for commuters. The separate pedestrian paths and public realm frame new perspectives on the city making it a place to linger, meet friends and enjoy the view. The vertical arches and the horizontal loop frame vistas east and west towards the London Eye and the revitalised Battersea Power Station. Separation of the walkways results in a different viewing experience, through the loop at passing boats and out towards the city.</p> <p>The design is sensitive both to the white stucco-fronted Regency architecture of Pimlico, and also to the sculptural and innovative ideas of the new Nine Elms. The cycle lanes are accessible through ramps, while there are segregated ramps and lifts for pedestrian and disabled users. The landing points touch lightly on either side forming a safe and seamless transition for all users. With its unobstructed views and spacious walkways.The Clip will become an attraction for both Londoners and visitors.</p> <p>The Clip: Bringing Londoners Together</p> ', 'program' => 'pedestrian & cycle bridge', 'location' => 'London, UK', 'area' => '240', 'budget' => '£40 mil', 'consultants' => 'Hewson Consulting, Engenuiti, Edenvale Young, Hyland Edgar Driver, Lumieres Studio, Gardiner & Theobald, Savills', 'awards' => 'Shortlisted', 'year' => '2015-2017', 'image' => '7bf3c5c674b532b5855f765c5ee05c77.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Nine Elms Bridge.pdf', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2015-03-17 13:22:23', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '1', 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '75', 'order' => '24', 'slug' => 'skijump', 'name' => 'Ski Jump K-75 Reconstruction', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>VOROB’EVI HILLS</p> <p>(in 1935-1999 — the Lenin Hills) one of the most beautiful places in Moscow. It is a high right bank of the Moscow River. Located opposite the Luzhniki Stadium, considered one of the "Seven Hills of Moscow." Neskuchny garden is adjacent to the site from the east. It is 80 meters high from the Moscow river.</p> <p>The landscape of mountains forms a self titled Vorob’evi Park, a part of which survived three ponds, as well as an array of broad-leaved forests. On Vorob’evi Hills offers the most extensive and picturesque panoramas of the capital.</p> <p>SKI JUMP</p> <p>In 1953 the ski Jump was erected on the hill, an illuminated ski slope with chairlift of 340 meters long.</p> <p>In early 2015, plans were announced to renovate and build a new ski jump and a cableway between the Vorob’evi hills and the stadium "Luzhniki", which would combine sightseeing, transportation and sports functions.</p> <p>---</p> <p>"A BEAM OF LIGHT"</p> <p>The proposed ski jump type K-75 is designed for training and demonstration jumps. The idea behind the scheme is allegorical representation of a "Beam of Light" as a symbol of speed and flight. Simple subversive rectangular supporting structure "case" of the ski jump creates an image of rigor and accuracy of the calculation of the flight and the competition and bent stuffing flexibility and a sense of freedom flight. The rectangular shape of its sculptural simplicity emphasizes the beauty of the landscape Vorob’evi Hills and the monumental complex of the university.<br /> It blends harmoniously into the environment without breaking but rather adding to its integrity.</p> <p>The supporting structure is fabricated from a metal truss which rests on a single point of contact with the hill that allows to build the upper part of the mast hopping without supports. Slope design allows 28 degrees to keep the structure on the same support and Macalloy rod systems which stretches from the foot of the ramp (see. Section)</p> <p>At the top mark of the ski jump is a preparatory platform for athletes and an observation deck with a bar for tourists. Inclined elevator hidden in the left side of the structure is used to transport athletes to the site, and the vertical lift, with capacity of 75 persons / hour on Kosygin Street, serves visitors to the observation deck.</p> ', 'program' => 'ski jump,ski school,viewing platform,restaurant', 'location' => 'Vorob'evil Hills, Moscow', 'area' => '4000', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '53fd22072af36f8e7840b66be27e2925.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Dominykas Daunys,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,Davit Tsanava,Nikita Tsymbla', 'created' => '2017-02-10 15:52:44', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Andrey Narodnitskiy', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 9 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '108', 'order' => '26', 'slug' => 'mtskheta', 'name' => 'Mtskheta House of Justice', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Justice of Georgia', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Mtskheta</strong> (Georgian: </span></span></span><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">მცხეთა</span></span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span menlo="" regular="" style="font-family:">)</span></span><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"> one of the oldest cities of the country of Georgia (in Kartli province of Eastern Georgia), established 1000 BC, is located approximately 20 kilometres north of Tbilisi at the confluence of the Aragvi and Kura rivers. The city (population 19,423 as of January 1, 2008) "Historical Monuments of Mtskheta" became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Mtskheta has great attraction of tourist because of Svetitskhoveli Cathedral and <strong>Jvari convent</strong>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-450 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>Svetitskhoveli Cathedral </strong>(Georgian: , svet'icxovlis sak'atedro t'adzari; literally, "the Living Pillar Cathedral") is a Georgian Orthodox cathedral known as the burial site of Christ's mantle. It presently functions as the seat of the archbishop of Mtskheta and Tbilisi, who is at the same time Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia. Cathedral was built in the 11th century by the Georgian architect Arsukisdze.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The site</strong> is located in the centre of Mtskheta (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site has wild greenery not being used for a while. The size of the plot is 1000m2. The surrounding area morphology mostly consists of residential buildings. There is Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in about 300m from the site, establishing strong visual connection. There is a library and some sport facilities nearby. There is another signifi-cant visual link to the site - Jvari convent situated on top of the mountain the Right bank of mtkvari and overlooks Mtskheta.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f"><strong>The idea</strong> of the proposed building emerged based on a number of consider-ations: </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Primarily, the desire to establish visual and conceptual links to Svetitskhoveli </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">Cathedral and Jvari convent</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• A focus has been given to introducing an open space under a sole arched </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">roof. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Wedding hall is positioned in the middle of the building under the solid cone</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The cone composition represents - dynamics, solidity and distinguished </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">purpose of the building. Chamfered volumes reveal the space to the external viewer, thus emphasizing transparency and welcoming aura</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• Introducing multi-arched space combines and synthesises programme </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">blending functions with easy flow</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">the use of land and budget.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span style="font-family:" ymhspo=""><span style="color:#211f1f">• The project is single stage construction using concrete structure with </span></span></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">premade planking</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"> </p> <p class="Default" style="margin:0cm 0cm 0.0001pt"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-size:9.5pt"><span bcwbfi="" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#211f1f">The building has simple programme distribution on one level: Lobby, Public Service Hall, Offices, CRA (Civil Registration Service), Cafeteria, Archive, Technical</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Hall,Wedding Hall,Office,Cafeteria,Storage', 'location' => 'Mtskheta, Georgia', 'area' => '1500', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => 'Progresi, Insta, Gesco, Prolight', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2012', 'image' => '61e37ec82b6e42bf061d7c9f67c9d6a2.tif', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Frank Cuccurullo,Davit Dolidze,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Japaridze,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituahvili,Vano Ksnelashvili,Lucie Lue,Rusudan Margishvili,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava,Nika Maisuradze', 'created' => '2019-03-20 21:42:41', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => '0', 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 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=> array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 10 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '91', 'order' => '28', 'slug' => 'Batumi Slope', 'name' => 'Batumi Slope', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Batumi City Hall', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p><strong>The Site</strong></p> <p>The site is located adjacent to The Black Sea volcanic pebble stoned cost and serves as one of the access points between the city and the sea cost. New 25 km boulevard is passing in the front of the slope. The surrounding area is mostly recreational with hotels and a public square. There is an old 19 century navigation lighthouse on the site and is incorporated into the building. Back of building is open towards the square with 3D cinema, gallery, cafes and restaurants.</p> <p>Lighthouse 'Mys Burun Tabiya'</p> <p>Date unknown (early 1900s) (station established under Ottoman rule in 1863). Active; focal plane 20 m (66 ft); two red flashes every 6 s. 17 m (56 ft) octagonal masonry tower with lantern and gallery. Lighthouse painted white; lantern dome is dark metallic. Russia built a lighthouse here in 1883, replacing a smaller Turkish light. Located on the point of Mys (Cape) Burun Tabiya, which partly shelters the harbor of Batumi, about 1 km (0.6 mi) northwest of the harbor light. Site open, tower closed. Admiralty E5768; NGA 19324.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Elevated Landscape</strong></p> <p>The concept behind this building centres on the notion of an elevated landscape, an open public platform which acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the performance on the stage. However, the elevated landscape has one advantage over a ground-level plan, which is that it preserves the original land surface. The whole platform overlooks the sea and maintains access to the whole programme below.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The building is essentially a horizontal platform which was lifted to liberate the space below and then tilted to expose views to the sea and create an quasi amphitheatrical shape. The area of the site is equal to the total gained roof terrace area. So the roof acts like a facade and a platform at the same time. But it is also an extension of the boulevard. The platform is linked to the boulevard by a broad set of stairs, which are designed be actively used by the public for sitting and enjoying the views.</p> <p>This proposed landmark building is an elevated landscape with emphasis on preserving the horizontal qualities of the site. It interacts with the sea views as viewed from without and within.</p> <p>The slope incorporates a specially dedicated new office for the lighthouse and a protected zone from the deck. There is exclusive access for lighthouse employees. The lighting of the deck itself in the evening is minimal and arranged so that it doesn't interfere with the working of the lighthouse. An optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Programme</strong></p> <p>The top level includes a cafe and a stage with audience seating for 700 people. The stage is 20m x 20m which can accommodate a different range of musical performance from a 40 piece classical orchestra to jazz bands and rock groups. This stage is accompanied by an open air cafe, which has access from the ground floor with a lift. On the other side of the platform there is a lounge bar, which faces the lighthouse on one side and the other side overlooks the city square below. Underneath the platform is a 3D cinema for 100 people, an additional cafe and bar, various shops and a bicycle/roller-skate rental office. There are two different volumes that overhang the ground floor and these will contain the cafes. The ground floor and the top deck are interconnected by a ramp, a spiral staircase in the middle of the building and two lifts for the disabled. There is direct access from the ground floor to the boulevard.</p> <p><strong>Interaction</strong></p> <p>The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations:</p> <p>Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large gatherings of people assemble while keeping the stage as a temporary structure for the festival season. The building would be used for a variety of community needs during the year. The stage is a temporary structure which is kept folded in the front part of the uninhabitable part of the building.</p> <p>A focus has been given to introducing a raised slope platform, which has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter. </p> <p>Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an analysis of Music festivals, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</p> <p>The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double height spaces and a multi-purpose roof.</p> ', 'program' => '3D Cinema,The Stage,Cinema Cafe,Open Water Pool,Open Air Restaurant & Bar,Backstage,Lounge&Bar,Shops,The Lighthouse,The Lighthouse Office,Administration', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '3060', 'budget' => '10 mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010-2012', 'image' => '36fb595f2f9415074d386619926caf36.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Slope.pdf', 'team' => '', 'created' => '2017-05-12 11:46:09', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 17 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 18 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 19 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 20 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 21 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 22 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 23 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 24 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 25 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 26 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 27 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 11 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '93', 'order' => '29', 'slug' => 'lucky', 'name' => 'Lucky Residential', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Architects of Invention were invited to design a mixed-use masterplan for a historic site in central Moscow. The name of the development ‘Lucky’ comes from the ‘Lakokraska’ Scientific Production Company, a paint and ‘lacquer’ factory that occupied the site under a series of different ownerships from the 1850s to the 1980s.</p> <p>The brief called for a predominantly residential scheme, renovating some of the remaining, listed, industrial brick buildings, whilst demolishing the remainder to create accommodation with community and service areas.</p> <p>The practice drew inspiration from the history of the site and its transformation from industrial to residential, responding with a metabolic structure that looks as though it could have ‘grown’ out of the site. Fritz Lang’s ‘Metropolis’ was an influence, with its idea of the past generating the future. The existing historic buildings provided a set of parameters from which AI generated modules that are adaptable in terms of size and their orientation towards the light. The result is a modular residential block of 1246 number of apartments, configured to benefit from light and flexible in terms of the space they offer.</p> ', 'program' => 'residential,office,car park,nursery,restaurant,gym,retail', 'location' => '2 Zvenigorodskaya str. 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The building uses every aspect of its construction for navigation and art exhibition. The roof slopes are pedestrian walkways and they form a sculpture park. (The gradients of sculpture park give many different observation angles for users to apprehend the sculptural work on display.) The views from these roof gradients onto the surrounding buildings and parkland also give the idea that this building is a piece of landscape itself.</p> <p>The Landscape Building expresses the notion of a seamless transition between urban spaces. Its white translucent appearance suggests a universal, timeless character with no obvious materiality. Its architectural elevation from the Potsdamer Str. perspective, has a rectangular shape. But as an observer circumnavigates the edifice, it changes its appearance and shape – in this way, it provides a particularly relativistic experience.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The LANDSCAPE BUILDING, poised between the structures that express qualities of the grid and the sculptural (the Nationalgalerie and the Opera), incorporates both of these qualities. The Landscape Building completes the architectural dialogue at the site.</p> <p>Urban Integration</p> <p>The main hall of the Landscape Building provides a direct connection between Scharounplatz and Sigismundstrasse through a central atrium. Likewise, visitors can ascend the ramp parallel and adjacent to Potsdamer Strasse and navigate the upper pathways of the museum, which trace a zig-zag shape, finally leading visitors down to the site of St. Matthaus Kirche.</p> <p>The Landscape Building’s ramps are designed for barrier free wheelchair access with 6% slope inclination. The highest level of the building platform is 12.1m above ground level, which is 1.3m lower than the Nationalgalerie. The Opera building is still visible from the Nationalgalerie over the top of Landscape building and indeed, the views from the rooftop pathways of Landscape Building maintain constant reference to all adjacent historical buildings.</p> <p>Space Concept</p> <p>The Landscape Building has a large, light filled temporary exhibition hall running through its core (15m wide, 12m high and 100m long). This space can contain large scale installations (on walls, on the ramp, above the submerged part of the ramp). The ramp leads down to the main exhibition spaces of the museum, which are located on the subterranean level.</p> <p>The building plan of access routes has the shape of a cross so that visitors and staff may easily navigate through the building. Equally, such a shape provides enhanced flow in the case of fire or emergency.</p> <p>The roof pathways are open air and the floor surfaces are composed of energy gathering systems that draw energy from motion such as footfall. There are also systems in place to collect rainwater for use in the building’s plumbing networks.</p> <p>Landscap Architectural Integration</p> <p>The top surfaces of this building are a mix of hardscape and landscape as low grade greenery is incorporated into these spaces. The building easily blends into the adjacent platz spaces where trees rise to meet these upper levels. Also, the series of sculptures that are on display along these roof pathways form their own landscape, they comprise a sculpture park. Otherwise, the integration provided by the ramps rising from street level provide a seamless integration with the surrounding topography.</p> ', 'program' => 'Exhibition,Visitor Service,Scientific Research,Depots,Restauration,Delivery,Administration', 'location' => 'Matthaikirchplatz, 10785 Berlin, Germany', 'area' => '28825', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => 'bb7bd62ce5f01832af0880fc78c776c2.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Simon Gatehouse,Nikoloz Japaridze,Giorgi Nishniandize,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Natasha randall,Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys', 'created' => '2017-02-10 16:10:25', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 13 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '88', 'order' => '34', 'slug' => 'national science and innovation centre of lithuania', 'name' => 'National Science and Innovation Centre of Lithuania', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Cityscape urban integration</p> <p>This proposed design for Science Island creates a marked but porous division between a newly created urban environment and existing parklands. In keeping with the Science Centre's emphasis on environmental matters, this design provides a natural barrier across the island to preserve the purity of the park. The orientation of the building allows for a fluency of movement via bridges the existing pedestrian bridge and a new southbank bridge connecting the island to the old town and expected future developments in South Kaunas. To minimise car traffic, we have kept the Science Centre as close to the Žalgiris Arena as possible. Since most visitors to Žalgiris Arena arrive in the evening from 20h, we propose that this existing car park be available to Science Centre visitors during its daytime opening hours. Deliveries will be restricted to the East side of the island. The building’s main principle is to divide the island into two parts the landscape and the hardscape.</p> <p>---</p> <p>Architectural quality</p> <p>The balancing building concept was conceived as a subtle intervention into the terrain, and acts as an abstract rectilinear sculptural object. It allows Science Centre curators to make use of both the paved, constructed side of the island and the natural side. The building acts to soften the bulky effect of the Arena structure, to integrate it more subtly into the island space. As a linear volume, the structure maximises possibilities for navigation and exhibition. As a feat of engineering, the balancing building captures the spirit of experiment, and reminds us of scientific apparatus.</p> <p>Interior quality of public spaces</p> <p>The public spaces of this building are singular open space volumes. The main entrance hall is arched with a spherical planetarium suspended overhead. The south hall is a double-height open space for large scale exhibition. The café is positioned with a view onto the old town, indeed the ends of the building are designed to be increasingly transparent to interact with the surrounding landscape. The varying quality of light, from its glass extremities through to the opaque central section of this steel structured building provide a range of illumination for curatorial consideration.</p> <p>Interior quality of galleries</p> <p>The gallery spaces in this balancing building are designed for maximum flexibility. That is, in their simple rectilinear expanses, they can be manipulated for a wide variety of curatorial configuration.</p> <p>Usability space planning and logistics</p> <p>The balancing building is 250 metres long and is at the structure’s mid point; the main entrance faces the plaza, and another entrance faces the park at Level 1. The central hall contains an information centre, cloakroom and shop. Circulation through the building is linear, allowing easy for navigation by visitors. There are four fire escape routes, located every 50 metres along the length of the building. There are dedicated staircase and lifts for staff, located to the side of the main entrance. The back of house functions are positioned in the hill, so deliveries are organised via the existing road behind the Arena.<br /> Structure<br /> The proposed architectural form demands a dramatic structural response so as to produce long-span cantilevers which appear to float without any structural support. The box element of the form is utilised on the two longitudinal sides by incorporating mega trusses which start to describe the form as a long spanning bridge. The transverse section is framed as a moment frame U section allowing the deflection of the section under wide to the sides to be controlled. All the key structural forms would not be possible without the use of a high strength material and in this case structural steel fabricated into relevant box sections and beams sections is the best response. The transverse steel beams are formed with cellular openings to allowing coordination of MEP services. The building is approximately 250m long and hence requires bridge bearings at the first internal support points so as to allow the building to expand and contract from the fixed central point. This makes the building monolithic and without movement joints in structure or fabric. Given the fluvial nature of the river deposits a piled system is proposed for foundation support so as to control settlements. A bored cost in situ concrete piling system is preferred so as to core through any larger stone deposits in the ground.</p> <p>Sustainability & Feasibility</p> <p>This building is constructed from pre-fabricated modular steel members, and as such it is a most efficient and labour saving structure to build. It can be made in a single phase construction, with its pre fabricated parts delivered directly to the site. Based on locality and project use the following sustainable proposals are to be explored: Low Level Air Distribution: maximises the use of 100% outside air; ideal comfort level for occupiers; low running cost and maintenance; River Water Cooling: utilises river to cool the building and eliminate air source cooling; Photovoltaic: electric power generation by integrated PV panels in the façade; LEED Certification: high efficiency lighting; day-light use; lighting control.</p> ', 'program' => 'front of house,Visitor Amenities,Temporary Galleries,Permanent Galleries,Event Spaces,Staff Spaces,Back of House,Plant Spaces', 'location' => 'Kaunas, Lithuania', 'area' => '13000', 'budget' => '$20mil', 'consultants' => 'Engenuiti structure, HED Landscape, DSA engineering ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '', 'image' => '4f8ab71cfe7a587946de21f14d43c6a6.jpg', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Tsanava,Dominykas Daunys,Bathilde Hamonic,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Vano Ksnelashvili,George Nishnianidze', 'created' => '2017-03-23 16:09:52', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 14 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '104', 'order' => '38', 'slug' => 'losbates-school', 'name' => 'New School Losbates', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'CCEA MOBA', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>Annotation</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall. To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium. To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.<br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street.</p> <p>---</p> <p><strong>Urbanism Description</strong><br /> The site is located between the forest and the village, and this relationship defines our approach to the project. As such, it respects both the semi-urban condition of the site – low height, individual houses - and the forest. The main school building is situated on the North-South axis to the site. It acts as a invitation both to forest and village interaction. It maximises the exposure to the sunlight by its orientation and its volumetric composition. The building elements step back from the main entrance towards the East creating a semi-public plaza in front of the school with the private sports and recreation area behind, towards the forest. The building element volumes also step down towards the South breaking up its bulk and mitigating its impact on the existing village houses. Thus, the lowest volume (one storey) is located on the edge of the village while the tallest volume (Gymnasium) is adjacent to the forest. The buildings rectilinear form creates a very distinct shape, which clearly identifies its function. The flats and the Art school are located in the same building in the South- West corner of the site, thus creating a ’gateway’ entry volume onto the site and acting as a transitional object between the village and the school.<br /> The existing pedestrian path to the forest remains as existing and is not obstructed in any way by the new building.</p> <p><strong>Traffic</strong><br /> As suggested in the brief, a new access road is proposed, which turns to the North off the Kutnohorska Road, it then links with Soubezna Road before eventually connecting to Zajezdni Street. It is proposed as a one-way route with a drop-off and a bus stop next to the semi-public plaza. There are three car-parking zones proposed on the site for temporary and permanent parking. Car park 1 (31 cars) is located next to the Flats and the Art school; car park 2 (26 cars) is located on Soubezna Street closer to the main entrance to the building; and car park 3 (60 cars) is located on the northern edge of the site next to the forest and is partly hidden behind the Gymnasium. All three car parks have two disabled car parking spaces. Waste management and access to the track is organised via car park 3 at the far corner of the Gymnasium.</p> <p><strong>Architecture Description</strong><br /> The main school building is composed of four staggered and stepped volumes. These volumes are organised according to the buildings functions. It’s has a clear and legible organisational strategy and a simple, efficient, programme-data-driven concept. This creates a building designed using a diagrammatic ‘programme box’ relationship that is translated into the building forms. There is a clear and distinct understanding of how the building works simply by looking at it. The tallest volume is located on the edge of the forest and all other volumes step down towards the village in the following order – Gymnasium 9.6m; Secondary school 7.1m (on two levels); Main entrance lobby /Auditorium / Cafeteria 5.6m; Pre-pre and Primary school 4.1m (on one level). All four volumes are linked by means of a straight, 6m wide, circulation spine, which provides for generous circulation but also provides space for extra facilities and activities.</p> <p>The building facades are designed using singular modular system. Accoya type modified timber fins (ref www.accoya.com) are in-filled with timber panels and/or glass panels. The rhythmic order of the fins is disturbed here and there by exceptions at volume junctions, corners and structural elements. Façade depth creates intimacy and focus for the user. It is an inside-out oriented building. It is perceived as series of solid rectangles with intermittent glimpses of glass depending on the viewing angle. The North- South axis orientation of the building exposes the staggered facades towards the South and its stepped composition emphasises the morning sun on the sports and recreation area.<br /> The main entrance hall volume separates the secondary school from the primary/pre-prep school. It contains the auditorium and the island kitchen, which are introduced as self-standing volumes inside the main entrance hall.<br /> To the left, the secondary school is organised on two floors. Its staircase is located in the double height atrium with a skylight above. There is a sunken courtyard adjacent to the atrium.<br /> To the right the low-level single storey primary school is organised around a generous courtyard play- space, which is dedicated solely to the younger students.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Structural Frame</strong><br /> The architectural proposals lend themselves to a solid timber frame solution or hybrid steel frame / solid timber solution. In the most technically advanced solution the frame would incorporate the proposed façade in load-bearing capacity.<br /> The use of glued-laminated and cross laminated timber (CLT) as key structural elements for walls and floors of education buildings has been well established in Europe over the past 10 years. The solid timber structure can be exposed for architectural expression and the speed of construction makes the system one of the most cost effective for education building in Europe.<br /> A hybrid structural solution including the use of steel frames and solid timber is also viable where longer spans are required.<br /> Depending on the ground conditions the most economic foundation solution is in situ reinforced concrete pads and strips. The timber structure being almost 40% lighter than concrete structures helps achieve this solution.<br /> A recent innovation in the use of exposed CLT is increased Thermal Mass to the soffits through the introduction of various thermal control materials. Using this new research allows for additional comfort cooling of classrooms.<br /> Solid timber (CLT) is easily sourced from several suppliers in Europe including Binder Holz and KLH in Austria. A number of these manufacturers use timber grown in the Czech Republic.</p> <p><strong>Facades</strong><br /> Accoya was selected due to its dimensional stability making it possible to achieve an elegant, slim structure having wide fixing points without risk of bending or warping. A traditional stick-system is used with Accoya timber fixed to the façade system. </p> <p>Operations and Functionality Description: 2x9 Classes<br /> Access – the main access to the building is organised form the West via a semi-public plaza at the front. School distribution is organised in such a way that all elements of the school can be operate independently.<br /> The circulation spine (6m wide) runs on the North-South axis of the building and connects all parts of school. The spine can be accessed form the main lobby and independently form the both North and South ends.<br /> The main entrance lobby is located in the central volume directly connected to the spine. Waiting area, Auditorium, Cafeteria and Kitchen are located in the central volume, allowing it to operate independently out of school hours.<br /> The Primary school is located on the right from the entrance and operates on one level. Pre-Prep is part of the Primary but can be accessed independently form the plaza drop-off. Pre-prep has its dedicated internal secure courtyard, which also has direct access to the main school playgrounds.<br /> The Secondary school is located on the left of the entrance and operates on two levels. Its main staircase is adjacent to the spine, which can be also used for sitting, gathering and exhibition activities.<br /> The waste management store is located next to the cafeteria kitchen.<br /> Access to the Gymnasium is both form the main circulation spine for school users, but also directly from the public plaza for community users out of school hours.</p> <p><strong>Future Operations and Functionality Description: 3x9 Classes</strong><br /> The building expansion is organised in such a way that it does not compromise the architectural and operational integrity of the building.<br /> The buildings volumes are deigned to allow for the required expansion towards the East:<br /> The Secondary school expands on the first floor level, creating an outdoor covered space below, which can be used as a recreation veranda.<br /> The Primary school expands on the ground floor towards the East by 9m.<br /> The Cafeteria can be expanded towards the East and island kitchen expands retaining its service capabilities and architectural feature.</p> <p>This expansion strategy ensures that the main West-facing elevation, the overall building heights and the main circulation spine are not compromised in any way.</p> <p><strong>Environmental Concept</strong></p> <p>The weather conditions in Prague are not much different from London so we followed some of the principals we applied at Eton College. Eton College had similar requirement from their fundraisers.</p> <p>What we are proposing is a ground source heat pump system that will provide heating to the school during winter. In the summer that can be reversed so cooling can also be provided to certain areas like the auditorium, gymnasium, hub rooms, etc. Having a buried insulated water tank will allow the contribution of other renewable energy sources like evaporative cooling through the use of a water fountain and rain water harvesting for top up. The low night time temperatures in the summer in Prague are ideal for the use of this system – all you need is a water fountain which will effectively provide cooling to hub rooms, etc. and it will also be a good story for the students. Rainwater harvesting will be also used for irrigation and grey water. PV panels will provide power supply to the pumps.</p> <p>With regards to the auditorium, such spaces are better served both in terms of energy use and comfort by displacement ventilation (i.e. 18⁰ C supply air temperature). This will allow the use of 100% outside air (i.e. no refrigeration). The classrooms will be also served by natural ventilation.</p> ', 'program' => 'Pre-Prep,Primary,Secondary,Gymnasium,Auditorium,Art School,Cafeteria,Flats', 'location' => 'Losbates, Prague, Czech Republic', 'area' => '6323', 'budget' => 'EUR 6 mil', 'consultants' => 'DSA Engineering, Engenuiti', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2018', 'image' => '269250488dcdb1f456b2be5080f7ad77.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Elena Cruz Alcami,Nikoloz Japaride,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-20 14:38:54', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth 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'2020-07-17 12:26:36', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 16 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '112', 'order' => '40', 'slug' => 'poti', 'name' => 'Poti HOJ', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Ministry of Justice of Georgia', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="Pa0CxSpFirst"><span style="line-height:normal"><span class="A0" style="font-family:" wvrcfv=""><span style="color:#221e1f"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular">Poti</span></b></span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black"> is the largest port in Georgia, located on the eastern Black Sea coast in the region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti in the west of the country. Built near the site of the ancient Greek colony of Phasis, the city has become a major port city and industrial centre since the early 20th century, exporting Georgia's manganese and coal. It is also home to a main naval base and the headquarters of the Georgian navy. Poti port area is planned to become a free economic zone within the framework of a Georgian-United Arab Emirates project inaugurated in April 2008. </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The city lies at an altitude of two meters above sea level. The city's climate is humid subtropical with mild and warm winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 14.1 °C; 2 °C in January, and 22.9 °C in July. Rainfall is abundant and reaches 1,960 mm per annum.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The site</span></span></b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black"> is located in the centre of Poti on the Twelve Apostles semi-circle square filling up one of the missing gaps in the building chain of the envelope. The site is 50m wide and 80m long with short side facing the square. The surrounding area is mostly residential represented by two to four storied buildings. The Neo-Byzantine cathedral, constructed in 1906-7 is situated in the middle of the square which acts as the main focal points of radially surrounding streets. There is large theatre hall on one and new Radisson hotel on the other are being constructed adjacent to the site.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">'Rolling Stones'</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">Two dynamic objects are rolling backwards from the platform acting as dynamic forces scattering towards the square. Each of this two shapes are equal in it's form but differ in scale. By rotating each of them we introduce two completely different objects in two different states of movement. An open inclined platform acts like an open amphitheatre for viewing the Twelve Apostles Square and the Cathedral. The elevated landscape acts like the sea washing of the sides of the objects creating open and enclosed courtyards within the platform. Oxidised cooper finished facades bring large amount of colour and distinguishes solid state of these 'two' objects.</span></span></span></p> <p>---</p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:red">Programme</span></span></b></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">The ground floor level conceits of main offices of The House of Justice including:- Prosecutor's Office- Civil Registration Agency- National Registration Agency- Energetics Office- Hall For Wedding Registration Ceremony- Main Operation Hall. The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: </span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">use the platform as a park. The enclosed part of the building would be used for a needs of House of Justice - the open platform would be used of community needs.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• A focus has been given to introducing a raised-slope platform, which has different purposes </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">throughout the year - a platform beach in the summer, and a snowboard slope in winter.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Two random shaped objects represent - dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building, </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">though green colouring represent - calmness and trust.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpMiddle"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• Introducing the slope platform as the main interaction-point of the programme was derived from an </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the slope platform making the platform an open connection zone.</span></span></span></p> <p class="Pa0CxSpLast"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">• The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and </span></span><span style="font-family:CynthoPro-Regular"><span style="color:black">budget. The building consists of a ground floor with double-height spaces and a multipurpose roof.</span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Public Office,CRA/NBE/NAPR,Energetics Office,Wedding Hall,Prosecutor's Office', 'location' => 'Poti, Georgia', 'area' => '1620', 'budget' => '$2mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '1a84293392db8a7723185884cd99b63a.png', 'pdf' => '', 'team' => 'Davit Dolidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Nika Maisuradze,Devi Kituashvili,Vano KSnelashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2019-03-21 10:47:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renders', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 15 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 16 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 17 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '55', 'order' => '42', 'slug' => 'cinema', 'name' => 'Modular Cinema', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> ', 'program' => 'cinema,cafeteria', 'location' => '', 'area' => '1600', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2014', 'image' => '28352c5056baadd9165dd9b6073f7955.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_CINEMA.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2014-03-28 16:46:15', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 14 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 18 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '64', 'order' => '52', 'slug' => 'origami highline', 'name' => 'Origami Highline', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Providencia, Santiago, Chile', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p><strong>The Site</strong></p> <p>The northern end of the Balmaceda park is obstructed by a traffic route, Huelen street, connecting Avenida Providencia and Avenida Andre Bello. Due to its short length and the heavy traffic of Huelen street, there is little possibility of submerging the road underground or having it pass overhead as a bridge. These length and weight considerations are the main obstacle to directly connecting the park and the territory in front of Tajamar Towers.</p> <cut> <p>The other important restriction here is the ground-level car park in close proximity to the Mapocho River, a river which includes underground waters running close to the site. The presence of these waters will make excavation difficult and expensive. Moreover one level of underground car park will only have capacity for the current number of cars, which arguably makes the underground idea redundant. So, the car park will remain at the same level but will be recombined into the new landscape design.</p> --- <p><strong>Origami</strong></p> <p>Origami is an ancient art of Japan. It is a creative method of folding paper to develop beautiful structures. Japanese origami structures feature chiseled cones achieved by making multiple folds and layers out of a single paper. The resultants are beautiful shapes and forms resembling animals shapes like boar head, birds, etc., objects like ink bottles, air crafts and other objects.</p> <p><strong>Concept – Origami Highline</strong></p> <p>The planting of 200 Sakura trees inspired the idea of completing the park with an origami-style structure. The interplay between the delicate and frizzy trees and the subtle but rigid Origami highline makes an appealing and graceful contrast. The abundance of cherry blossoms in the late spring is always highly appealing to park-users and the highline will provide a pleasing experience of the blossoms from a higher perspective. As a raised leisure area and connection bridge, Origami highline opens Balmaceda park in vertical and diagonal directions, resonating with Tajamar Towers, and bringing the territory into one whole. By folding a conical red plane three times, the flat form becomes a functional object. There are three main features of the object:</p> <ul> <li>As a bridge connection of Tajamar Towers to the park;</li> <li>As a slope on which public entertainment will take place, providing a seating area for open-air concerts, skateboarding and a viewing area from which to view the park, the Mapocho River and fountains;</li> <li>As a ‘highline’ (like in New York City), a raised space with benches and other street furniture that acts like a first-floor-level park.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Landscape</strong></p> <p>The landscape in front of the towers will be designed by mixing hardscape and softscape, blending Sakura trees through organised pedestrian paths. Sakura trees will also be integrated into the car park area. Huelin street will be paved with modern, flat cobblestones. There will be no level difference between the pavement and footpath so the park and the landscape will have a seamless flow for pedestrians. There will be illuminated safety bollards alongside the road.</p> <p><strong>Lighting</strong></p> <p>There will be solar-powered LED lighting integrated into the landscape. Every Sakura tree will be lit from below. The bridge itself will be lit from below following the supporting legs and a red LED strip light will follow the recessed edges. At night the Sakura trees will be illuminated, and a red-light zig-zag will hover above ground as it follows the Origami highline.</p> <p><strong>Structural Philosophy</strong></p> <p>The proposed structural form is a response to a natural curves formed in the crust of the earth. Timber is used as a natural material but in a form that is easy and fast to assemble on site and simple to dismantle.</p> <p>The key component is the use of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) panel technology that is produced in significant quantities in Chile. The panels are produced and transported in sizes up to 3m x 18m and is a revolutionary use of timber as it is as strong as concrete but a fifth of the weight.</p> <p>The decking structure is formed from CLT panels cut to shape and laid on glu)laminated roof truss beams that are spaced at 6m centres. The main display wall is a solid CLT panel system that provides the key stability for the structure. CLT is registered for seismic design in Latin America.</p> </cut>', 'program' => 'Highline', 'location' => 'Santiago, Chile', 'area' => '12', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => 'Archiplan (Chile)', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => 'a61df6b340aeec4e684b68bd9dd1ff44.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Providencia.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Dominykas Daunis,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili', 'created' => '2015-01-28 17:46:41', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '2', 'title' => 'Competition', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:56:55', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:35:59' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 19 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '117', 'order' => '54', 'slug' => 'batumi-campus', 'name' => 'Batumi Campus', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Batumi City Hall', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p class="CxSpFirst" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The Site</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The site is located adjacent to Batumi University and serves as one of the focal points along the boulevard. The surrounding area is mostly residential with hotels and public recreational zones like Park 26 May and lake Nuri. The site is overlooking the courtyard and opens views along the cost. There is a university building adjacent to the site and which heighten activity in the area. New Radisson hotel from the north-west is the main visual marker in relation to the building.</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">“The Knowledge Hole”</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The concept behind this building is the idea of “The Knowledge Hole” as a public space which acts like viewing platform overlooking the city. However, the building is positioned as a wall, the hole becomes main focal points connecting two sides of the site.</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The building is formed as a single volume. The programme is distributed in staggering of each component on top of each other. Building is divided in two parts by corridor and two service-cores in both ends of 50 m long corridor. The hole intersects the corridor with</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"> </p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">Programme</span></span></b></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">The density and mixture of programme of the proposed building has emerged based on a number of considerations:</span></span> </span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• Primarily, the desire to bring different aspects of urban life</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">to a residential area. In other words, to provide open elevated platforms for enjoying panoramic views of the city</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• A focus has been given to introducing mixed-programme platforms on different levels of the building. There are no existing viewing platforms for public use in the old city area. The inclusion of elevated platforms in the building will define</span></span> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">its uniqueness and importance in Batumi</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• The programme mixture has been driven by a comprehensive feasibility study and market assessment in which various asset classes were analysed. The relative opportunities for each component of programme resulted in an optimal development mix to meet possible public needs</span></span></span></span></p> <p class="CxSpMiddle" style="margin-bottom:.0001pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="text-autospace:none"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span arialmt="" style="font-family:">• 27 levels of building programme have been introduced to maximise the use of land and budget</span></span></span></span></p> ', 'program' => 'Education,Sport,Terrace - park,Common Features,Administration,Mechanical,Service,Lobby,Parking', 'location' => 'Batumi, Georgia', 'area' => '21060', 'budget' => '$40mil', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2010', 'image' => 'a11d592eb8c9efe45ab288caf1d84930.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_Batumi Campus.pdf', 'team' => 'Salome Ghudushauri,Viliana Guliashvili,Nikoloz Gurabanidze,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Eka Rekhviashvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze,Davit Tsanava', 'created' => '2020-07-17 13:21:35', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => 'Canava Renderings', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 20 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '56', 'order' => '59', 'slug' => 'hloubetin', 'name' => 'Hloubetin Community Centre, Prague District 14', 'project' => '', 'client' => 'Municipality of Prague ', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Site<br /> The community centre and library in Hloubetin is positioned at the edge of the historic gardens of a castle and St. Georges church. The castle is surrounded by a containing wall and there is a gap in the wall which coincides with the plot of the community centre.</p> <p>Concept<br /> This structure represents the idea of the gate, encapsulating the spirit of community and integration. It speaks to the ‘within and without’ nature of the historic wall by positively embodying the concept of connection: between society, culture and garden. The emphasis on permeability in this design means street and garden are given to each other. Likewise, the building itself opens in various ways onto the garden allowing for a variety of architectural formulations for public events.</p> --- <p><br /> Urban strategy<br /> Historically, the church and the castle formed the centre of Hloubetin. A wise approach to upgrading the townscape must include developing and restoring the centre to attract visitors and create a community hub. By re-emphasising the historical centre indeed the whole area could be pedestrianized this creates a platform, both literally and metaphorically where a market place, restaurants, cafes, an organised car park, local shops can be properly sited. This proposed pedestrianized zone places Hloubetin exactly within the European tradition of the central square.</p> <p>Planning & Interior<br /> The building addresses its historical setting and forms a gate for modern life. Each of the spaces open onto the street and lead to the garden. The public café acts as a main entrance and a lobby, which gives directly onto the street.<br /> The internal lines of the structure speak to the wall itself, texturally suggesting extrapolation of the historic wall. The walls act like objects themselves in their functions as bookshelves, stairs, coffee bar, etc. They are configured as displaced parts of the ‘castle wall’ creating divisions in the programme a multifunction hall & community hall; a library; a and a public cafeteria. Each part of the programme is interconnected through ramps and stairs. The dividing volumes are designed as modular timber structures as ‘walls’ which contain various service components such as a book depository & drop off point; a bar; a cloak room; stairs; ramps; picture display; internet access screens; and chair storage. The basement level is dedicated to library depository, technical rooms, kitchen, public toilets and staff changing rooms, with two exit staircases.<br /> The 1st level is dedicated to quiet reading rooms, libraries, offices and a communication bridge. The walls and ground floor levels are adjusted to the landscape levels allowing seamless flow of public from the street to the garden. Glass doors surrounding the building on the ground level open to the garden and to the street allowing free flow of public in and out. The resulting interior is clean lined, light filled and neutral, and will form a simple but functional backdrop to the colour provided by books and day to day activities of the community members.</p> <p>Materials<br /> The structural elements of the object-walls, the facades and the roof are made out of Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) grid 60x60x30cm. The basement slab is laid from reinforced concrete, the walls are made of foundation blocks. The ground floor slab is made of deck boards upon glue lam beams. The object-walls are composed with the technique of modular blocking used for shelving. The surfaces in between the shelves, vertically and horizontally, are filled with 25mm four layer polycarbonate colour sheets. Polycarbonate sheets provide good acoustic insulation and thermal control, which is useful when using the building in separate parts. 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A 17m long Stella indicates the main entrance to the pavilion from the main pedestrian artery of the exhibition, and continues into the field roof. The inside of the walls and ceiling of the pavilion is designed as an interactive screen with constantly changing images. The dynamic architecture of the pavilion emphasises the continuous link between technology and nature.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The proposed concept is an example of so called 'quantum' architecture, since the roof and the wall comprise single form, where the natural and the technological complement each other. Such an approach fits well into the latest trends of modern architecture, and puts the Russian Pavilion on an equal footing among other national pavilions, combining depth of analysis and contemporary design.</p> ', 'program' => '- Exhibition,Event Hall,Stage', 'location' => 'Plot No. 45 Expo Milan', 'area' => '3000', 'budget' => '$8 mil', 'consultants' => 'Structural Engineers - Engenuiti ', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2015', 'image' => '577a56e9d22e6c9d7374509d78d294ea.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_EXPO2015.pdf', 'team' => 'Soso Eliava,Davit Canava,Petras Isora,Nikoloz Japaridze,Anton Khmelnitskiy,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Yakim Milev,Sabrina Moreale,Buster Ronngren,Ksenia Zizina', 'created' => '2013-12-13 10:02:07', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 22 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '38', 'order' => '62', 'slug' => 'mushtaidi-development', 'name' => 'Mushtaidi Development', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '1', 'content' => '<p>Tbilisi is he largest city and the capital of Georgia, lying on the banks of Mtkvari River. Located in the South Caucasus at 41° 43' North Lat. and 44° 47' East Long. The city was founded in the 5th century by Vakhtang Gorgasali, the Georgian King of Iberia. The city has more than 100 different ethnic groups. Tbilisi has been historically known for religious tolerance. This is especially evident in the city's Old Town, where a mosque, synagogue, and Eastern and Oriental Orthodox churches can all be found within less than 500 metres (1,600 ft) from each other. The city lies at an altitude ranging from 380-770 meters above sea level and has the shape of an amphitheatre surrounded by mountains on three sides. The city's climate is moderately humid subtropical with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 12.7 °C; 0.9 °C in January, and 24.4 °C in July. Absolute minimum recorded temperature is -23 °C and the maximum 40 °C. Snowfall average 15-25 days/ year.</p> <p>---</p> <p>The Site The site is located in the centre of Tbilisi (Geo) on the (Northern) Left bank of the river Mt'kvari. The site is an abandoned open air (non-standard) football pitch and wild greenery not being used for more than 15 years. The size of the plot is 23.600m2. The surrounding area morphology varies there is Mushtaidi Gardens from one side and the bier brewery from the other adjacent to the site. There is a residential area with the library and some sport facilities nearby. B. Paitchadze UEFA standard stadium with maximum capacity 80.000 people is located in about 200m from the site. This stadium is main counterpoint to the development with its size and height. Eight lane embankment is about 6m below the Mushtaidi gerdens supported by the concrete wall. This level difference gives good conditions for phasing of development of the plot. The site is encircled by the First Children's railway constructed 1935 (see below). This project conciders renovation of the railway with new mini stations integrated into the development. Programme The building has complex programme distribution on different levels starting from the below: Office Lobby, Supermarket, Storages, Technical, Swimming Pool, Cafes & Restaurants, Retail Offices (upper deck) The Deck IMAX 3d Cinema Ellipse Residential Towers The interaction of the programme and the stage of the proposed building emerged based on a number of considerations: Primarily, the desire to preserve the usage of the site as a place where large amount of people can use the site as a continuation of Mushtaidi park. Underneath the deck-platform would be used for hanging cafes & restaurants. There is the direct access to the IMAX 3D cinema ellipse from the park. A focus has been given to introducing a raised deck-platform, to liberate the land and connect directly to the garden. The deck platform has different purposes throughout the year a platform beach in the summer, and a ice skating in winter. The deck platform will be divided into residential and public areas. IMAX cinema is positioned in the middle of the development thus connecting all functions of the building becoming a centre of composition and the programme. The twin towers 160m tall represent dynamics, solidity and distinguished purpose of the building. These towers will be the tallest towers in the city. Introducing the deck-platform as the main interactionpoint of the programme was derived from an analysis of public spaces, community life and local climate. The relative access and recreational opportunities for each component of the programme resulted in an optimal development focus to meet all possible public needs. All functions of the building have separate access points to the deck platform making the deck-platform an open connection zone through the retail. The project relies on one level of building programme in order to maximise the use of land and budget. The building consists of a two underground levels of storages and parking which connects Kipiani str. and the embankmentre covered in ETFE. </p> ', 'program' => 'Office,Supermarket,Retail,Car Park Pool,IMAX 3D,Residential,Park', 'location' => 'Left Embankment, Tbilisi,Georgia', 'area' => '83504', 'budget' => '', 'consultants' => '', 'awards' => '', 'year' => '2011', 'image' => '758e48dc275b24c204e3b1e99dd4046a.png', 'pdf' => 'AI Works_MGD.pdf', 'team' => 'Davit Canava,Nikoloz Japaridze,Eka Kankava,Devi Kituashvili,Ivane Ksnelashvili,Nikoloz Maisuradze,Rusudan Margishvili,Gogiko Sakvarelidze', 'created' => '2013-12-12 18:15:05', 'modified' => '2024-02-24 16:03:26', 'is_selected' => null, 'photographer' => '', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'Status' => array( 'id' => '1', 'title' => 'Concept Proposal', 'created' => '2013-10-14 14:34:32', 'modified' => '2019-05-14 10:36:04' ), 'Image' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 8 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 9 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 10 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 11 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 12 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 13 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'titleTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'contentTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'projectTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'locationTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'programTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'teamTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Category' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 23 => array( 'Project' => array( 'id' => '24', 'order' => '65', 'slug' => 'gelenjik', 'name' => 'Gelendjik', 'project' => '', 'client' => '', 'status_id' => '2', 'content' => '<p>Our client requested that we generate four different residential areas: standard acommodations; an apart-hotel; villas with private beaches;<br /> villas with bigger plots facing the tree park. 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(int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Project' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 6 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 7 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ), (int) 8 => array( 'Category' => array( 'id' => '11', 'name' => 'Infrastructure', 'slug' => 'Infrastructure', 'created' => '2017-02-10 18:10:03', 'modified' => '2017-02-10 18:10:03', 'locale' => 'eng' ), 'nameTranslation' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ), 'Project' => array( (int) 0 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 1 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 2 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 3 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 4 => array( [maximum depth reached] ), (int) 5 => array( [maximum depth reached] ) ) ) ) $content = null $cutPos = falseinclude - APP/View/Projects/view.ctp, line 184 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 968 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 200 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 106