Music and art centre Willem Twee has realised a new entrance hall; ‘De Spiegelzaal’ (Hall of Mirrors). Reset Architecture converted a monumental factory floor into a foyer for the pop concert halls, an art gallery and meeting space with flex working facilities. This exciting combination of different uses represents all the art activities in the building in an open, easy and informal setting.
The spatial conditions are changed with one clear architectural organizing principle; they introduced a glass carré parallel to all four walls of the hall to literally surround visitors by art. Art reflects, it is a mirror on society. In the ‘Spiegelzaal’ people can experience a variety of art forms and the scenery will captivate their attention and broaden their interest. Being enfolded by glass, the transparency and the soft light, set a unique atmosphere. It’s a grand gesture that presents itself with a modest horizontal stainless steel profile. Due to the discreet approach the monumental character remains dominant, which can also be seen in the layout of the plan. The seating arrangement is positioned in line with the steel columns and creates a clear organisation of space.
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