Philosophy and architecture. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten
21/03/2024.
[Innsbruck] Austria
metalocus, JORGE MARTINEZ
metalocus, JORGE MARTINEZ
Architecture studio mohr niklas architekten was commissioned to design the project of a new building for the University of Innsbruck, a city located in the Alps, capital of the western state of Tyrol in Austria, following the ideas of Ágnes Heller, philosopher, and sociologist, professor and author Hungarian.
The proposal arises from a series of decisions that provide generous open spaces, facilitate different campus activities, make the university more lively, and build a connection between the Innrain and the popular Inn promenade. These principles are inspired by the ideals of the philosopher who named the project, who considered life and freedom the supreme good.
The proposal arises from a series of decisions that provide generous open spaces, facilitate different campus activities, make the university more lively, and build a connection between the Innrain and the popular Inn promenade. These principles are inspired by the ideals of the philosopher who named the project, who considered life and freedom the supreme good.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Site plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Site plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Roof floor plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Ground floor plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
First floor plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Second floor plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Third floor plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Fourth floor plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Fifth to ninth floor plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Basement Floor Plan One. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Basement Floor Plan Two. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Section Plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Section Plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Section Plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Elevation Plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Elevation Plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Elevation Plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Elevation Plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Axonometric Plan. Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten.
Ágnes Heller House, designed by the architecture studio mohr niklas architekten, is a nine-story building that develops around an atrium, whose space constitutes the heart of the complex. Thanks to this atrium, a program can be developed where projected spaces appear so that meetings and communications arise in an organic and free way.
The atrium not only serves as a distribution element but at the same time allows the spaces located inside to be illuminated by natural light. The project does not remain only in the building but is expanded by extending to a green space outside that closes the gap of the project between the fragmented nature of its uses and the generosity of the city.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
The atrium not only serves as a distribution element but at the same time allows the spaces located inside to be illuminated by natural light. The project does not remain only in the building but is expanded by extending to a green space outside that closes the gap of the project between the fragmented nature of its uses and the generosity of the city.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Project description by mohr niklas architekten
Ágnes Heller considered life and liberty to be the supreme good. Based on the Hungarian philosopher's principles, the lively campus activity and generous open spaces are also the focus of the new university building named after her. The surroundings of Ágnes Heller's house are now a valuable local leisure area: a lively connection between the Innrain and the popular Inn promenade. The city center's extensive green space is made possible by the building's compressed footprint. A clear urban development decision that not only has a lasting impact on the striking coverage but also on the character of the surroundings.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
More city, less asphalt
Urban planning concept
The main idea of urban development is to compress development in Innrain and consistently maximize urban space reserves. The green space thus kept free offers a valuable recreational area in the city center and sustainability on a social, ecological, economic and climatic level.
The resulting partial densification creates a clear urban edge in the street space. Here a new highlight is created in the overall urban system, which takes into account the advancement of Innsbruck's densification process.
The setting of the building defines two clearly differentiated open spaces. Christoph Probst Platz is redefined as the main square of the campus and given a coherent urban space through the new building. A generously drafted main entrance constitutes the direction of the house to the square. From the green area, the landscape descends through a green staircase to the basement classrooms. The open, freely accessible campus prairie serves as an unmoderated urban green space.
Ágnes Heller House by mohr niklas architekten. Photograph by David Schreyer.
Between small scale and generosity
Building structure
The structure of the building develops directly from its program and fluidly mediates between the levels of publicity of its functions. Inspired by the arcades of Innsbruck, it bridges the design gap between the fragmented nature of its uses and the generosity of the city.
An atrium forms the heart of the university building. Provides guidance and creates spaces for meeting and communication. As a democratic mediator, it opens up the variety of functions of the house through flying stairs. The spaciousness of the atrium allows for long viewing relationships and allows for natural lighting for temporary workstations inside. Permanent offices and workstations facing the outside, offering natural lighting and ventilation, as well as views of the city.
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Architects
Collaborators
Markus Niklas, Ulf Steinbrecher, Margit Haider, Patrick Gröller, Faruch Achmetov, Emma Peneder, Gregor Laurent, Simon Thalhammer, Angela Truschzinski, Eric Sviratchev, Hannah Neumann.
Structure.- LPH1-9.
Statics.- Alfred Brunsteiner.
Electronic planning.- ING-B Ingenieurbüro GmbH.
HKLS.- Engineering office Pratzner Ges.m.b.H.
Facade planning.- gbd zt gmbh projects.
Construction simulation.- LARIX Engineering GmbH.
Landscape Architecture.- Kieran Fraser Paisajismo e.U.
Architectural art.- Peter Sandbichler.
Structure.- LPH1-9.
Statics.- Alfred Brunsteiner.
Electronic planning.- ING-B Ingenieurbüro GmbH.
HKLS.- Engineering office Pratzner Ges.m.b.H.
Facade planning.- gbd zt gmbh projects.
Construction simulation.- LARIX Engineering GmbH.
Landscape Architecture.- Kieran Fraser Paisajismo e.U.
Architectural art.- Peter Sandbichler.
Client
Leopold-Franzens-Universität Innsbruck, BIG Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft m.b.H.
Area
Gross area GFA.- 24,800 sqm.
Net room area NRF.- 21,700 sqm.
Useful area NF.- 12,800 sqm.
Gross volume of the BRI.- 110,500 cm.
Property area.- 12500 sqm.
Net room area NRF.- 21,700 sqm.
Useful area NF.- 12,800 sqm.
Gross volume of the BRI.- 110,500 cm.
Property area.- 12500 sqm.
Dates
2017- 2023.
Location
Ágnes-Heller-Haus, Innsbruck, Austria.
Photography
Günter Mohr, Markus Niklas. mohr niklas architekten
mohr niklas architekten is an architecture studio founded by architects Günter Mohr and Markus Niklas in Vienna, Austria. The study advocates appreciative and equal cooperation, both with project partners and within the team. Projects grow with and from the process. They never approach tasks dogmatically or formally: the solution is in the problem.
They live with honesty, openness and responsibility towards clients, project partners and friends. Constant reflection and subsequent development are the basis of good work. They are always very critical of themselves and do not conform easily.
They live with honesty, openness and responsibility towards clients, project partners and friends. Constant reflection and subsequent development are the basis of good work. They are always very critical of themselves and do not conform easily.
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