A bouldering gym was built in a former warehouse and adjoining garage in Vienna's 20th district, near the Nord-Westbahnhof development area.
The project's main objectives were to plan in a sustainable and resource-efficient manner while incorporating good design.
As a result, the existing structure was preserved and remains visible throughout the building in various forms.
The old oil heating system was replaced with a heating and cooling system powered by heat pumps, as well as a heat pump-powered ventilation system. A photovoltaic system has been planned and will be installed.
The project's clear spatial structure ensures good orientation and a pleasant atmosphere. A simple, functional design language; light wood; and a color scheme of red and green tones run like a common thread through the entire project. Where intervention was unnecessary, the former garage and warehouse were left in their original condition. The floor coating allows traces of the existing structure to show through. Meanwhile, the ventilation, cooling, electrical, and lighting systems are installed openly.
The reception area with the bar forms the heart of the bistro. In terms of materials and color scheme, it aligns with the hall's overall concept. The bar is the first thing you see when you enter and serves as a point of contact for all guests, whether they want to check in, have a drink, or chat.
During the planning stage, we aimed to accommodate all functions and take the representative element into account. The tables and chairs, on the other hand, are mostly secondhand and were selected together by us and the clients. The outdoor area has already been furnished.
The solid wood elements of the gallery, beneath which the adjoining rooms are located, remain largely exposed. The design concept is evident in the raw existing elements and floor design. The color concept is reflected in the tiles and glass frames.
The main part of the bouldering hall consists of bouldering walls and a training area. Together with the clients, we planned the entire climbing facility, including the carefully selected angles of inclination, jump-off areas, rest zones, and training gallery.
Photography: Michael Goldgruber