“Where the technical problem is overcome, architecture begins” (L. Mies Van der Rohe)
A rural context and in opposition a big residential area suggested an impressive architecture, well-integrated into the surrounding landscape. The volumetric model was inspired by the Alsatian architecture’s archetype, which repeated, permits to get a variable volume, suitable for a public building. Therefore the most remarkable sign is the roof that unifies all the functions under an unique architectural element. Peculiarities of site, suggested us to design a sole building. The concentration of the first phase functions in one place will permit notable economic savings and will facilitate building’s management and maintenance. The proportion of the building defines a strong but simple architecture, a building that even though can be defined industrial still keeps familiar thanks to the reference of pitched roofs.
Project title: TECHNICAL CENTRE _ RIXHEIM
Location: Rixheim, Alsace (68), France
Surface: 1,620 sqm (building) / 12,000 sqm (external areas)
Timeline: 2012/2013 (design) / 2014/2015 (building site)
Architects: MFA Architects and architect Nicola Martinoli
Collaborators: Marco Venosta, Martina Pavani, Daniele Quadri, Erica Beluffi
Engineers: C2Bi (economist)
SIB Etudes (frameworks)
BWG (metal carpentry)
BET Marchal (mechanical facilities)
BMA (wiring)
Program: service spaces for workers (locker rooms, cafeteria, kitchen), greenhouse, workspaces, mechanic workshop, car parks, external areas
Pictures: FERNANDO GUERRA | FG + SG fotografia de arquitectura
Client: Municipality of Rixheim