A place available to everyone. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci
21/09/2021.
[Rybnik] Poland
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The Local Activity Centre, designed by the Polish studio MWArchitekci is a project that aims to create a space that is the center of life for residents, a place available to everyone, which encourages people to socialize and strengthen ties.
The proposal is located in Rybnik, a city in southern Poland, and intends the scope to cover most of the districts, but in the first instance, three of them were selected: Kłokocin, Ochojec, and Paruszowiec.
The proposal is located in Rybnik, a city in southern Poland, and intends the scope to cover most of the districts, but in the first instance, three of them were selected: Kłokocin, Ochojec, and Paruszowiec.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Marcin Giba.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Marcin Giba.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Michał Jędrzejowski.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Michał Jędrzejowski.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Michał Jędrzejowski.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Jakub Certowicz.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Bartek Barczyk.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Bartek Barczyk.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Bartek Barczyk.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Bartek Barczyk.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Bartek Barczyk.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Bartek Barczyk.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Bartek Barczyk.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Bartek Barczyk.
Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci. Photograph by Bartek Barczyk.
Site plan. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci.
Site plan. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci.
Ground floor plan - building. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci.
Ground floor plan - shelter. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci.
Sections A-A. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci.
Building elevation and section B-B. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci.
Building front and back elevation. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci.
Shelter front and back elevation. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci.
Shelter and building side elevation. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci.
Sketch. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci.
Sketch. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci.
Construction. Local Activity Centre by MWArchitekci.
Each district has its specific character, so the challenge for MWArchitekci was to create a symbol that identifies and relates the city to the district but is also flexible enough to adapt to the different contexts of each location.
The structure of the center is based on a rectangular plan with an organic roof surface. In addition, the shelter volume fulfills a utilitarian function through the design of the integrated seating, as well as in everyday use as places of rest.
The structure of the center is based on a rectangular plan with an organic roof surface. In addition, the shelter volume fulfills a utilitarian function through the design of the integrated seating, as well as in everyday use as places of rest.
Description of project by MWArchitekci
The Local Activity Center is a project that aims to create a space that would be the focal point for the life of the local residents and enable them to integrate. The architecture of the background, modest and blending into the surroundings, creates space rather than being the visible cubature itself. A place available to everyone, "at your fingertips", encouraging people to leave their homes, socialize and strengthen the bonds both with one another and - through the symbolism of the place and the shape of the buildings - between the district and the city.
The project scope is to cover most of the districts, but in the first instance three of them were selected: Kłokocin, Ochojec, Paruszowiec. Each location has its own specific character, therefore the challenge was to create a universal building - a symbol identifying the city with the district, but also flexible enough to be adapted to the different context of the place. The presented project meets these expectations on several levels - mainly form and function - which can be modified depending on the needs and the situation.
The structure of the building is based on a rectangular plan with a twisted roof surface. It also fulfills a utilitarian function through the design of the integrated seats, that can be used both during outdoor events as stands and in everyday use as resting places.
The horizontal edge of the roof on one side of the building's facade conveys reference to flat roof developments, whereas the slant obtained by twisting the roof structure - to buildings with sloping roofs. Also in this way the building blends in with its surroundings.
The possibility of free shaping of the structures, as well as the mutual positioning of objects in relation to each other and at the same time maintaining the character and expression, shows the versatility of the project and the possibility of its adaptation in any location.
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Architects
Collaborators
Lead architects.- Marlena Wolnik, Agnieszka Borkowska. Collaboraators.- Jan Fiałkowski, Barbara Rokicka, Aleksandra Rudnicka.
Area
Site area.- 5526 sqm. Gross Built Area.- 450 sqm.
Dates
2019.
Location
Rybnik, Poland.
Photography
Jakub Certowicz, Marcin Giba, Michał Jędrzejowski, Bartek Barczyk.
Marlena Wolnik, Agnieszka Borkowska. MWArchitekci
MWArchitekci is an architectural office founded in 2009 by Marlena Wolnik.
They develop projects comprehensively: from the general concept to interior finishing. They design residential, commercial and public buildings, with respect for the context of the place and care for the best functional solutions.
They approach each project individually. They often take up challenges involving the development of original solutions that go beyond standard schemes.
Their projects have gained recognition in the architectural community, as evidenced by numerous publications, lectures and awards, incl. Architecture of the Year of the Silesian Voivodeship, Special Award in the competition "Life in Architecture", or a nomination for the Mies van der Rohe Award.
They develop projects comprehensively: from the general concept to interior finishing. They design residential, commercial and public buildings, with respect for the context of the place and care for the best functional solutions.
They approach each project individually. They often take up challenges involving the development of original solutions that go beyond standard schemes.
Their projects have gained recognition in the architectural community, as evidenced by numerous publications, lectures and awards, incl. Architecture of the Year of the Silesian Voivodeship, Special Award in the competition "Life in Architecture", or a nomination for the Mies van der Rohe Award.
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