Lecture hall

De Zwarte Hond has completed the circular renovation and extension of Leiden University’s former Cluster Zuid building, now named Herta Mohr, serving the Faculty of Humanities. Originally designed by Joop van Stigt in the late 1970s, this structuralist masterpiece now offers 11,400 square meters of space, comprising over 700 teaching spaces, two lecture theatres, work and meeting rooms, and libraries for both the African Studies Centre and the Middle Eastern Studies program. Enhancing orientation and natural lightTo improve orientation and bring in more natural light, the central zone of the building was demolished and replaced with a spacious, light-filled atrium. This transformation not only enhances visitor navigation but also cre... More

In January 2014, the ENS Cachan announced that it has selected RPBW from five other shortlisted firms to develop a 63,000 square meter building as part of its campus project at Paris Saclay. The building project is composed of 4 architectural units which border a park measuring over a hectare. © Michel Denancé This “extraordinary” garden acts as the vibrant centre of the different surrounding buildings, which overlook the richness of the School and maintain the readability of space. The entirely transparent south facade gives a view into the daily life of the school, housing areas such as the cafeteria, a restaurant, a reception and conference centre and research laboratories. The northern building, which resem... More

In the project of the space, founded in close proximity to the National Complex "Expocenter of Ukraine", its location played a decisive role in creating the concept. The object is located on the top floor of a residential complex, with a panoramic view of the central part of the "Expocentre of Ukraine" (formerly VDNG), which served as the main advantage for the space founder for purchasing premises. VDNG in Kyiv (Exhibition of Achievements of the National Economy) was opened in 1958 and was intended to demonstrate the achievements of the state in the field of science and industry. Since the lecture hall is designed to teach new knowledge, this connection inspired the founder of the space. The concept of the lecture hall was primarily base... More

For the offices of a global search engine company, Form4 Architecture created a modern and sophisticated workplace that celebrates the story of salt production, a prominent Bay Area industry dating back to 1854.  The design draws upon the history and characteristics of the South Bay landscape, as well as the confluence of nature and industry.   The workplace includes three branded cafés with al-fresco dining and seating for 216; a fitness center with lockers rooms and outdoor exercise area; meeting rooms in a variety of configurations for group interactions and private conversations; a 178-seat auditorium aptly named “Tech Talk” for company presentations and guest speakers; and 50 electric vehicle charging sta... More