SWIMMING POOLS & LEISURE
SUSTAINABLE TIMELESSNESS
AGROB BUCHTAL
The Tinnerbäcksbadet , realised by the architectural office 3XN around 200 kilometres southwest of Stockholm , presents itself as a spatial composition in earthy-warm colours . 18,000 m ² of ceramic tiles from Agrob Buchtal play a key role here . The durable material made of natural raw materials not only contributes to the timelessly elegant room atmosphere , but also promises a long service life - one of the most important basic requirements of sustainable architecture .
Tinnerbäcksbadet , which opened in 1965 on a bathing lake in Linköping , was becoming outdated . Because its surroundings were also to be redensified , the city initiated an international architectural competition for a new building with significantly expanded facilities . The sensitive integration of the new building into the urban planning situation was a key factor in the success of the competition by Danish office 3XN . The architects designed a building that presents itself as a clearly structured , compact volume on the new neighbourhood square , while its undulating floor plan at the rear of the building enables flowing transitions to the green space around the bathing lake .
The main entrance , all the changing rooms , and the training and therapy pools are located on the ground floor of the building section on the neighborhood square . The fitness and spa area with whirlpool , steam bath , saunas , and relaxation basin are located above .
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