Brutalist roof close to tradition. Midbarium by Asaf Lerman
28/09/2023.
[Be'er Sheva] Israel
metalocus, JORGE MARTINEZ
metalocus, JORGE MARTINEZ
Architecture firm A. Lerman Architects has designed the project to build a park dedicated to promoting environmental awareness on the outskirts of Be'er Sheva, the largest city in the Negev desert of southern Israel.
Different local and international experts collaborated on the project to carefully design open spaces that replicate various natural elements that showcase the region's diverse wildlife.
The architecture studio is directed by Asaf Lerman, well known in Israel, for his collaborations with other prominent architectural studios, including the projects of the National Museum of Jerusalem, the Mandel School of the Hebrew University, and the Bezalel School of Arts.
Different local and international experts collaborated on the project to carefully design open spaces that replicate various natural elements that showcase the region's diverse wildlife.
The architecture studio is directed by Asaf Lerman, well known in Israel, for his collaborations with other prominent architectural studios, including the projects of the National Museum of Jerusalem, the Mandel School of the Hebrew University, and the Bezalel School of Arts.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Section and floor plan. Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman.
MIDBARIUM, designed by architect Asaf Lerman, is based on the traditional premises of the desert inhabitants. With the construction of the roof, made of raw concrete, measuring 1,800 square meters, it is possible to create a cool and shaded space to welcome visitors. This space resembles the basic structure of a tent.
For the construction of the project, a close collaboration was generated with the construction engineer Rafi Bat, known for his work in brutalist architecture. The engineer's work was of great importance for the development of a delicate triangulated network of beams, which generate lights and shadows that are projected through the veil-shaped grid, defining the perimeters of the space for public events.
The brutalist roof also intelligently channels fresh air into the adjacent educational building, making it possible to eliminate the need to use the air conditioning system with eco-friendly ventilation, perfectly aligning with Midbarium's commitment to sustainability.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
For the construction of the project, a close collaboration was generated with the construction engineer Rafi Bat, known for his work in brutalist architecture. The engineer's work was of great importance for the development of a delicate triangulated network of beams, which generate lights and shadows that are projected through the veil-shaped grid, defining the perimeters of the space for public events.
The brutalist roof also intelligently channels fresh air into the adjacent educational building, making it possible to eliminate the need to use the air conditioning system with eco-friendly ventilation, perfectly aligning with Midbarium's commitment to sustainability.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Description of project by Asaf Lerman
A. Lerman Architects present the MIDBARIUM, an exceptional park dedicated to fostering environmental awareness on the desert outskirts ('MIDBAR' = DESERT) of Be'er Sheva. Its open spaces, thoughtfully crafted, replicate various natural elements and display the region's diverse wildlife. A multi-disciplinary team of experts from Israel and abroad collaborated on the project, with A. Lerman Architects responsible for the architectural design.
The entrance roof structure design is informed by local traditions of desert inhabitants. Cast in raw concrete, it resembles a tent structure covering 1,800 square meters and welcoming visitors into a cool, shaded space. This structure was designed in close partnership with construction engineer Rafi Bat, known for his work on Beer Sheva's most iconic brutalist architecture from the 1960s: City Hall and The University Library.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
Unlike traditional brutalist architecture, recognized for emphasizing weight and mass, the concrete expertise of the senior engineer was essential in developing a delicate triangulated grid of beams. Light and shadow are projected through the veil-like grid, defining the perimeters of the public event space. Underneath the roof, a vibrant field of activities unfolds, including interconnected walkways, convenient kiosks, essential services, a shop, a versatile amphitheater, seating areas, and informative touchpoints. These elements are strategically positioned near park entrances and exits.
The roof also intelligently channels fresh air towards the adjacent educational building. Narrow passages lead the fresh air through the building's circulation system. Air conditioning is replaced with ecological ventilation, aligning perfectly with the Midbarium's commitment to sustainability.
Midbarium, The Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandell Animal Park by Asaf Lerman. Photograph by Nimrod Levy.
A. Lerman Architects is recognized as a premier choice for clients aiming to develop projects in Israel. This project adds to its history of collaboration with leading international architects on projects including the Jerusalem National Museum, The Mandel School at The Hebrew University, and the Bezalel School for the arts.
"Our design aim was a seamless integration of vernacular knowledge with the concrete legacy of the city's most prominent architectural icons. We believe that this unique combination creates a distinctive ambiance. By removing the barrier of air conditioning, the desert air is welcomed in, establishing a brave new bond with the city,".
Asaf Lerman.
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Project team
Project architects.- Edo Zigelboim & Alexandra Koshnareva.
Landscape design.- Zur-Wolf Landscape Architects.
Landscape design.- Zur-Wolf Landscape Architects.
Area
Building size.- 1,200 sqm.
Concrete pergola size.- 1,800 sqm.
Concrete pergola size.- 1,800 sqm.
Location
Be'er Sheva, Israel.
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Asaf Lerman A. Lerman Architects
A. Lerman Architects is situated in the south of Tel Aviv in a locksmith workshop turned into an architectural studio. The practice was established in 2006 by Asaf Lerman, an Architectural Association graduate. Their portfolio consists entirely of public projects & Asaf is a well-known spokesman for the civic rights in face of the rapidly privatized world everyone lives in.
Their team style working methodology is based on a careful analysis of the site and the mapping of its various contexts. They view the design process as a system with parameters that need to be articulated and prioritized. Once presented clearly, these parameters enable the team to precisely design the effects of architecture over specific layers of the mapped context.
This unique working methodology has led A.Lerman architects, through architectural competitions, to design some of Israel's most renowned public buildings. Central to their portfolio is a series of architectural interventions into iconic buildings in Israel aimed at a re-activation of their public interphase and modern promise.
Their team style working methodology is based on a careful analysis of the site and the mapping of its various contexts. They view the design process as a system with parameters that need to be articulated and prioritized. Once presented clearly, these parameters enable the team to precisely design the effects of architecture over specific layers of the mapped context.
This unique working methodology has led A.Lerman architects, through architectural competitions, to design some of Israel's most renowned public buildings. Central to their portfolio is a series of architectural interventions into iconic buildings in Israel aimed at a re-activation of their public interphase and modern promise.
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