the senses” with a touch of poetry. This
ambitious objective is supported by the
facade ceramics in several ways thanks
to its three-dimensional shaping, glossy
glaze and naturally changing colouring:
depending on the incidence of light
and the position, the building shells
convey alternating effects, impressions
and gentle reflections. The intended
unobtrusive diversity is also underlined
by the fact that the two formats of 6 x 30
cm and 10 x 30 cm are not arranged in
a strictly regular order but in changing
constellations, so that a discreet rhythm
is created. In addition, the two colours of
the facade ceramics corresponding with
the environment make the buildings
appear less voluminous and rather
filigree. An elementary contribution
to this is also made by the horizontal
laying of the tiles, which is continued
even around the external corners of the
buildings and balconies without being
interrupted by other materials such as
metal rails or the like. This was possible
thanks to exact mitre cuts which - just
as all the facade construction works were carried out by Rolf Schlagenhauf
AG (CH-8706 Me ilen). This consistent
and homogeneous solution lends the
buildings a sovereign monolithic physical
form.
(Picture source: AGROB BUCHTAL Gmbh / A. Faragulo)
Depending on the incidence of light and the position, three-dimensional tiles of AGROB BUCHTAL create
alternating effects and discreet charms, which turn the surrounding park into a “park for the senses“.
(Picture source: AGROB BUCHTAL Gmbh / Adriano Faragulo)
“Stiftung Vivendra” is embedded in a park-like environment (which is difficult to show
on a photo because of the spacious topography) and offers cerebrally handicapped
persons all the possibilities for learning, living and working.
Future and conclusion
Competent planning, careful processing
and high-quality materials have led to an
overall result which is convincing in every
respect: a stable, intelligent construction
is hidden behind the building shell
conveying an almost futuristic
impression. This successful interplay
offers the best conditions for durability,
cost-effectiveness and lasting aesthetics
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(Picture source: architecture office L3P / Mareike Beumer)
This abstract shows the volumetrically subtle arrangement of the
building components of “Stiftung Vivendra” at the Swiss Dielsdorf.
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