Urban ConceptThe introverted structure of the building is the answer to the heterogeneous structure of the surroundings. With clear edges in the North, East and West, the area opens up to the South to a clear landscape. Two courtyard houses build the urban space sequence and create a relationship overlooking the South. Cuts, openings and big windows structure the West, North and East edges creating a dialogue with the surrounding urban space.

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Architects: Nerma Linsberger

Location: 1220 Vienna, Austria

Area: 11500.0 m2

Project Year: 2016

Photographs: Daniel Hawelka

Client: ÖSW

Landscape: Land in Sicht

Construction: KS Ingenieure
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Urban Concept
The introverted structure of the building is the answer to the heterogeneous structure of the surroundings. With clear edges in the North, East and West, the area opens up to the South to a clear landscape. Two courtyard houses build the urban space sequence and create a relationship overlooking the South. Cuts, openings and big windows structure the West, North and East edges creating a dialogue with the surrounding urban space.

Floor Plan

Building Structure
The room modules, width of the rooms and depth of the structure create a simple, but very lively space complex. The portico which is deposed from the façade also serves as a communication and meeting space. The transparent f...