DYNAMICS MEETS SIMPLICITY
The office complex ArtGen provides 23,000 m² of leasable units and consists of two separate buildings- the geometrically disciplined ‘Gen’- three six-storey blocks connected into one structure - and the dynamic nine-storey ‘Art’ that separates the busy traffic of Argentinská Street from the quieter residential area behind the complex. Between these two components, a green square was created that gives the place new urban qualities. The Art building dominates the project. The architects imprinted an expressive dynamic appearance into its steel and glass façade. It looks almost as if the static façade of the building moves, like architecture changed into a liquid emulsion. This dynamic form was created by using steel profiles placed in the diagonal direction of the façade. It creates a strong graphical quality in the building. The rounded edge and sloping roof of Art echo a natural, organic form which now dominates the skyline of the Holešovice area.
Rational expression
Gen contrasts with the movement energy of Art and was conceived in a more rational and controlled expression, as it closes the block and holds the street edge with the neighbouring buildings. The Gen building is inspired by the simplicity and functional premise of the entire district with its industrial heritage. The two juxtaposed buildings have contrasting forms, yet sensitively complement each other, especially with their muted industrial colour scheme. Between them is the airy and open green outdoor area, which balances the architectural volumes of ArtGen with the surrounding area.
