Archetech Issue 26 2016 | Page 41

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 www.agrob-buchtal.de (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. Page 41 - Archetech