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TARTU DOWNTOWN CULTURAL CENTRE
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TARTU DOWNTOWN CULTURAL CENTRE
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25,000 sqft - 100,000 sqft
The proposed Cultural Centre for the city of Tartu is designed to be an inclusive and sustainable hub that caters to people of all backgrounds, reflecting a philosophical attitude towards the site and its environment.
‘Kultuuripark’ is the key architectural and urban concept. Designed as “a place to get together”, our proposal for Tartu Downtown Cultural Centre aims at a holistic integration of the public space with the new building program. As a seamless and transparent approach to architecture, the project is thought beyond the building envelope itself. The architectural concept is centered around creating relative small-scale buildings with minimal visual impact, blending seamlessly into the existing surroundings while fulfilling the program requirements, but minimizing the impact on the plot.
The design for Tartu Culture Park is based on a thorough analysis of the historic city structure, an examination of the architectural grain of the city today, and a wider understanding of the green network within Tartu. Our design achieves a repair of this green network, transforming the existing site into a biodiverse, richly programmed, and interconnected whole. Within this whole, the ensemble of architectural pavilions reflects the human scale of Tartu’s urban fabric and existing public buildings, creating a forward-looking cultural centre that embeds itself into a new interconnected park landscape.
The architecture of the cultural centre is original, inspiring, with an artistic presence that transcends time. It remains simple, and reflects the essence of an Estonian community. The focus is on resonating with the site and connecting with the waterfront, creating a unique place for visitors to enjoy. Each building block carries its own distinct identity, reflecting different aspects of Estonian culture. The exterior showcases a timber facade with vertical mullions that represent the stripes found in traditional Estonian costumes, paying homage to the country's rich heritage.
The project is situated at the crossroads between the historical and modern city, with the current park welcoming 13 building blocks that come together to form a community-like atmosphere at the heart of Tartu public space. The landscape flows seamlessly within the program, with a central courtyard hosting cafe, an internal park, and providing a central gathering space for visitors. The design defines separate volumes that come together to form a central public space, where the negative "in-between space" is just as important as the building itself. This space serves as a place to meet, engages in cultural activities and connects with the community.
Architecturally, the different functions of the buildings relate to a series of smaller public spaces within the park, guaranteeing indoor/outdoor exchange on all fronts. And within the cluster of buildings itself, a double-layer courtyard allows for varied seasonal activation through programming. The courtyard features an elliptical wooden stage and performance space which doubles as a meeting point and activator in warmer seasons and as an ice rink during cool weather. The lower part of the courtyard evokes the memory of the Estonian forest, with a calm atmosphere that welcomes quiet activities like reading alongside public outdoor exhibitions from the museum. The buildings all feature typical Scandinavian sod roofing, which provide eco-friendly insulation while creating habitat value on the level of the buildings themselves.
The architecture integrates technical and ecological solutions, ensuring the sustainability of the building. The centre's design prioritizes sustainability and bringing the outdoors in, utilizing local resources and the climate to create a landmark that is both ecologically sound and visually stunning. It does explore and engage with the principles of reduce, reuse, and recycle.
‘Kultuuripark’ is the key architectural and urban concept. Designed as “a place to get together”, our proposal for Tartu Downtown Cultural Centre aims at a holistic integration of the public space with the new building program. As a seamless and transparent approach to architecture, the project is thought beyond the building envelope itself. The architectural concept is centered around creating relative small-scale buildings with minimal visual impact, blending seamlessly into the existing surroundings while fulfilling the program requirements, but minimizing the impact on the plot.
The design for Tartu Culture Park is based on a thorough analysis of the historic city structure, an examination of the architectural grain of the city today, and a wider understanding of the green network within Tartu. Our design achieves a repair of this green network, transforming the existing site into a biodiverse, richly programmed, and interconnected whole. Within this whole, the ensemble of architectural pavilions reflects the human scale of Tartu’s urban fabric and existing public buildings, creating a forward-looking cultural centre that embeds itself into a new interconnected park landscape.
The architecture of the cultural centre is original, inspiring, with an artistic presence that transcends time. It remains simple, and reflects the essence of an Estonian community. The focus is on resonating with the site and connecting with the waterfront, creating a unique place for visitors to enjoy. Each building block carries its own distinct identity, reflecting different aspects of Estonian culture. The exterior showcases a timber facade with vertical mullions that represent the stripes found in traditional Estonian costumes, paying homage to the country's rich heritage.
The project is situated at the crossroads between the historical and modern city, with the current park welcoming 13 building blocks that come together to form a community-like atmosphere at the heart of Tartu public space. The landscape flows seamlessly within the program, with a central courtyard hosting cafe, an internal park, and providing a central gathering space for visitors. The design defines separate volumes that come together to form a central public space, where the negative "in-between space" is just as important as the building itself. This space serves as a place to meet, engages in cultural activities and connects with the community.
Architecturally, the different functions of the buildings relate to a series of smaller public spaces within the park, guaranteeing indoor/outdoor exchange on all fronts. And within the cluster of buildings itself, a double-layer courtyard allows for varied seasonal activation through programming. The courtyard features an elliptical wooden stage and performance space which doubles as a meeting point and activator in warmer seasons and as an ice rink during cool weather. The lower part of the courtyard evokes the memory of the Estonian forest, with a calm atmosphere that welcomes quiet activities like reading alongside public outdoor exhibitions from the museum. The buildings all feature typical Scandinavian sod roofing, which provide eco-friendly insulation while creating habitat value on the level of the buildings themselves.
The architecture integrates technical and ecological solutions, ensuring the sustainability of the building. The centre's design prioritizes sustainability and bringing the outdoors in, utilizing local resources and the climate to create a landmark that is both ecologically sound and visually stunning. It does explore and engage with the principles of reduce, reuse, and recycle.
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