Cultural centre

The AmBach Cultural Centre in Götzis, Vorarlberg, Austria, is a supra-regional cultural and events centre that has existed in its current form since 2000. The building complex combines a historic clubhouse with a newly constructed cultural and events wing, bringing together a community hall, a theatre and concert hall, event spaces and catering facilities. The range of activities on offer extends from concerts, theatre, opera and musicals, through to exhibitions, readings and balls, right up to conferences and club events. The existing building dates back to a cinema from 1890 and is a listed building. Following a referendum on the future of the event centre, the complex was extended according to plans by the architect Hubert Bischoff... More

An innovative 1,600 m2 architectural building organised into three main functions: cultural, religious and residential. Designed by the architect Duthilleul, the building uses innovative technologies to ensure harmony between the city and nature, respect for the environment and creativity, and fidelity to the ideas of Father Pierre Teilhard de Chardin. Didier Boy de la Tour Didier Boy de la Tour Didier Boy de la Tour The structure is made of wood and the facades are made of glass and burnt wood Marugame. The chapel has a wooden structure with a filling of lime and hemp and is covered with a plaster of raw earth. Didier Boy de la Tour Didier Boy de la Tour More

SpaceInvader has completed the interior design of Stockroom, a transformative £14.5m cultural and creative hub at the heart of Stockport Town Centre. Commissioned by Stockport Council and funded through the Future High Streets Fund, the 30,537sq ft project reimagines a series of previously underused retail units as a dynamic and inclusive new creative hub, designed for learning, creativity, and community connection.  All images courtesy of Stockport Council Housed within Stockport’s Merseyway Shopping Centre, Stockroom has been transformed into a vibrant new venue that blends learning, culture, performance and play. It includes a modern library, children’s creative play and learning space, Stockport’s hist... More

In the city of Sedhiou there are no designated places where local culture can be handed down, therefore there is a need to create a cultural center that serves three main functions:-Education-Exhibitions-Performances NEAR project The project is divided into two main concepts:-the open space is defined by the volumes that host the main activities, and is protected by a mangrove sun shading system, six meters above;-the boundaries between inside and outside are non-defined which allows access from all directions, similarly to how art and culture can be interpreted: human activity is a continuous evolution that is open to everyone. The design process began by understanding the connection between the assigned area and its surroundings.... More

Offering a panoramic view of the city and the spectacular light installations in Stavros Niarchos Park in Athens, this pop-up bar was specially designed for the Christmas holiday season. Vassilis Makris Vassilis Makris Vassilis Makris Shaped like a labyrinthine red Christmas lantern, it functions as a giant music box. At its center, a DJ, surrounded by warm, flame-like lighting, invites visitors to step inside and discover the magic within. The playful geometry of the design creates an engaging journey to the heart of the installation, while the vibrant red surroundings and luminous atmosphere set the stage for a lively gathering space, radiating the spirit of Christmas. Vassilis Makris Vassilis Makris More

The impossible is possible." — Peter the Great PARVS CENTER is an ultra-modern architectural complex designed as the new cultural city centre for Saint Petersburg, situated in the Neva Delta. Its distinctive and memorable design features a complex arrangement of curved load-bearing surfaces shaped like sails, forming a bold and dynamic silhouette of a grand ship heading into the open sea. © Svetozar Andreev 2024 © Svetozar Andreev 2024 © Svetozar Andreev 2024 The project includes over 70,000 square metres of all-season public spaces, housing state-of-the-art exhibition halls, lecture theatres, auditoriums, concert venues, libraries, and observation platforms distributed across various levels of the comp... More

Creating a hub for social and cultural enterprises through an innovative circular design approach. The Kaserne area –a former military barracks complex in central Basel– has undergone several transformations over the years, the most recent one has seen the prominent building become a leading hub of social and cultural enterprises in Switzerland. The main building of the Kaserne was renovated by Focketyn del Rio, opening it up towards the city and the river Rhine. Fluxdock, in partnership with Studio Banana, won a public tender organised by the City of Basel to become the operator of the space now called kHaus, including event and co-working facilities. The high visibility of the project and its greater good civic purpose was a... More

“A world of wonder for children led by independent discovery, grounded by research and well-being advocacy” WY-TO Singapore was announced as the winner of the Keppel Centre for Art Education in early 2023. The practice based in Singapore and Paris, with expertise in experiential design, was invited to participate in the Research and Design tender. Participating firms were called upon to propose an innovative revamp of the 1,500 sqm art centre guided by their research methodology. WY-TO’s literature research on Childhood Development and Elements of Art was applauded by the client, thereby awarding the project to them. Memphis West Pictures The winning proposal was built from their experiential expertise in designing... More

The Ismaili Centre, designed by Moriyama Teshima Architects in association with Charles Correa Associates, uniquely responds to established Islamic building traditions, while incorporating contemporary architectural form, materiality, and construction methods. The architectural language distinguishes a community that is both informed by its past and modern in its outlook, inviting peaceful faith and contemplation, intellectual discovery, and public outreach. Shai Gil The first of its kind in North America, the unique roof of the prayer hall is constructed of elegant structural steel trusses of various depths and dimensions, which are covered by a double layer of glass. The glass rises in the shape of an inverted cone and is pieced toge... More

Located on Phillip Island, Berninneit, (meaning to 'gather together') creates a new purpose-built public building to support a range of uses including a theatre, library, gallery, museum, community function rooms and offices. Evoking the region’s natural geology and topography, the design feels inherently connected to and of its place. Warm, pink-cream brick references nearby sand dunes and beaches, whilst internal timber columns speak to the island’s jetties and pier structures. The building creates a dynamic and interactive destination that is set to become a source of civic pride. Bringing together the cultural and social aspirations of the community, it draws visitors to showcase the region’s rich history and culture.D... More