MVRDV to Transform Communist-Era Pyramid into Center for Art and Technology in Albania
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MVRDV has unveiled its vision for transforming the Communist-era ?Tirana Pyramid? in Albania into a center for technology, art, and culture. Under the plans, the abandoned structure will be revitalized as a multifunctional technology education center for Tirana?s youth, with the existing dark interior becoming open, bright, and green.
Courtesy of MVRDV
MVRDV has unveiled its vision for transforming the Communist-era ?Tirana Pyramid? in Albania into a center for technology, art, and culture. Under the plans, the abandoned structure will be revitalized as a multifunctional technology education center for Tirana?s youth, with the existing dark interior becoming open, bright, and green.The Tirana Pyramid was opened in 1988 as the Enver Hoxta Museum, designed in honor of Albania?s former communist leader. Since then, the building has transitioned into a NATO base during the Balkan Wars, a nightclub, and an event space. Though now in decay, the building remains a popular spot for young people keen to climb on its roof. As a nod to this unique appropriation, MVRDV has made the roof officially available for all visitors.
© Gent Onuzi
Though in the past, there were plans to transform this monumental building into a national theatre, this never materialized which left this fantastic building in ruin for more than a decade. The Pyramid of Tirana will rise again by becoming a new center of technology and learning for young people.
-Winy Maas, Co...
Courtesy of MVRDV
MVRDV has unveiled its vision for transforming the Communist-era ?Tirana Pyramid? in Albania into a center for technology, art, and culture. Under the plans, the abandoned structure will be revitalized as a multifunctional technology education center for Tirana?s youth, with the existing dark interior becoming open, bright, and green.The Tirana Pyramid was opened in 1988 as the Enver Hoxta Museum, designed in honor of Albania?s former communist leader. Since then, the building has transitioned into a NATO base during the Balkan Wars, a nightclub, and an event space. Though now in decay, the building remains a popular spot for young people keen to climb on its roof. As a nod to this unique appropriation, MVRDV has made the roof officially available for all visitors.
© Gent Onuzi
Though in the past, there were plans to transform this monumental building into a national theatre, this never materialized which left this fantastic building in ruin for more than a decade. The Pyramid of Tirana will rise again by becoming a new center of technology and learning for young people.
-Winy Maas, Co...
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