Community

Spatial Solutions in Response to the Bonguisan Mountain Hill Village – The Bonguisan Mountain Hill Village is a small-scale urban fabric that has adapted to the local topography, creating a complex and disorganized landscape with a variety of buildings ranging from reinforced concrete and steel frames, which are prevalent in contemporary architecture, to wooden and masonry structures of the modern era. We wanted the Gyodong Community Center to embody the tangible and intangible values of the village while remaining in harmony with its surroundings. The design avoided the construction of large and enclosed governmental buildings and instead planned along the lines of the smallest units possible to enhance accessibility and use. The building is divided into two buildings and spaces of five programs; different shapes and exterior building materials were applied to the two divided buildings to eliminate the idea of an independent site or building complex and to appear as if they had long existed here.

A red-roofed Y-shaped pavilion is a beacon for the local community. A new community center in the inner west of Sydney, designed by Sam Crawford Architects (SCA), connects to its local heritage area and provides much-needed spaces for the local community whilst revitalizing a local suburban park. Sam Crawford, director of SCA, said: “The red bricks and terracotta roofs of the suburb were our inspiration for the materials, colors, and forms of the new community center in Hurlstone Park. It speaks to the character of these Federation buildings and interprets them in a contemporary way, making a special connection for local residents.” “Previously, an old lawn-bowls club sat on the site within Hurlstone Memorial Reserve Park, unloved and unused, reflecting changing demographics and community needs.” “The new pavilion is open for meetings, parties, talks, and other functions, providing a valuable resource for the local community.” “Connectivity was our key design driver, directing both the form and layout of the building. The soft Y shape allows multiple entry points, so the center can be approached from several different access points into the park. Its three curved sides feature large glass doors, allowing transparency, cross ventilation, and accessibility.”

This communal sauna by Oslo Works is breaking new ground for cool cabins with a warm purpose. 

Handing down memories and shaping an outdoor culture – The project site, which is located on the north side of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, is the former location of the Hiroshima Civic Stadium, a symbol of post-war restoration. Working with the joint venture selected through the Park–PFI (Park–Private Finance Initiative) program, we formulated a policy of turning the former ballpark site into a place to stimulate activity—a place that creates lively daily activities and stimulates people to go out by shaping an outdoor culture (Osoto Bunka) for enjoying outdoor activities while handing down the deeply marked history of the site to future generations.

It all began with an invitation from artist Elly Van Eeghem, at a time when there was no mention of an architectural competition for the church. The project started with a participatory exploration of Malem, a garden city near Ghent. At the time Malem was transforming due to vacant spaces. Elly sought architectural input for an artistic project envisioning the future city. Plano architecten engaged in a year-long participatory process, co-creating public space and gaining a deep understanding of the neighborhood.

This project involves the renovation of the existing clubhouse on the site as well as its enlargement to serve as a multipurpose hall for both the city of Coudoux and the tennis club.