dominique perrault: new longchamp racecourse

'new longchamp horse racecourse' by dominique perrault architecture in paris, france
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paris-based architect dominique perrault has won first place in the international design competition
for the redevelopment of the 'new longchamp horse racecourse' in paris, france. observing the wide range
of buildings currently present on the historical racetrack, the design seeks to highlight the different
architecture elements that contribute to the identity of longchamp by an integration and transformation
of the surrounding landscape.



rendered aerial view
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establishing a spinal column to the circulation of the project, 'les planches' is a large wooden
walkway that connects the north end of the racecourse with the south. the new topography
encourages the spaces' opening, their permeability with the landscape and a clear and instinctual
circulation for the general public. the routes are lined by five meter high stainless steel mesh
that acts as a shelter from the wind and the sun.



view of the new stables from 'les planches'
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conceived as a structure with no front and no back, the grand stands is read as a series of
stacked plates that have been shifted to create a soft overhang effect from the west to the east.
the form directs the stands closer towards the finish line while a balcony is generated on
the opposite side. a panoramic view of the surrounding landscape and raceway is provided
from every level.

the redevelopment is due to start in october 2013 and has a projected completion date of late 2015. 



from the forecourt on the main path
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view of the presentation circle from the new grandstands
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gardens and the reception pavilion
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view of tracks from grandstands
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interior view of panoramic restaurant
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rendered site plan
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schematic diagram of viewing stands
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exploded axonometric of programs and functions
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project info:

site area: 630,000 m2
built area: 23, 603 m2
estimated beginning of construction: september 2013
estimated construction period: 2 years

JDS architects: euralille youth centre

'euralille youth centre' by JDS architects, lille, france
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brussels-based JDS architects have received first place and the commission for the 'euralille youth centre' in lille, the firm's
premier project to be realized in france. the triangular plot accommodates three separate programmatic areas for a youth hostel,
kindergarten and offices, each placed in one of the site's corners. this distribution ensures maximum privacy while maintaining
close proximity between the spaces. the building's trifold form lifts upward at the street corners to generate open plazas which
activate pedestrian interactions along the bustling avenues.



view of lifted facade and plaza from the street


the amount of daylight filtering into internal spaces dictated the elevational treatments and window configurations. the interior
facing elevations of the different wings overlook a central garden. the rooftop of the kindergarten is a vegetated
outdoor playing surface while the neighboring youth hostel features a series of walkout balconies from the rooms. the facade
of the offices ensures adequate natural lighting without harsh direct light.



activated pedestrian plaza at the street corner



trifold form arranged around a central garden



view of garden from upper terraces



communal space of youth hostel overlooking the courtyard garden



conceptual digram



trifold form diagram


outward views diagram



interior views between wings diagram



courtyard garden diagram



green terraces diagram



activated pedestrian plazas diagram



 daylight diagram for the offices



daylight diagram for the youth hostel



program distribution diagram



interior program diagram


project info:


project: youth hostel, kindergarten, office
size: 6.980 m2
location: lille, france
type: invited competition
status: 1st prize 2011
budget: 12.150.000 eur
client: saem euralille
team: JDS, egis, agence franck boutté, consultants, sl2ec
project leader: renaud pereira
JDS partner in charge: julien de smedt
project team: henning stuben, sandra fleischmann, heechan park, david dominguez iriondo, leonora daly,
priscilla girelli, marion julien, edna lueddecke, francisco villeda, wouter dons, felix luong

kengo kuma + associates: new taipei city museum of art

'new taipei city museum of art' by kengo kuma + associates, taipei, taiwan
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the 'green cell' proposal by japanese architect kengo kuma of tokyo-based kengo kuma + associates has placed second
in the international competition for the new taipei city museum of art for taipei city, taiwan. an undulating double skin
generates the iconic form which radiates in a waving manner into the encompassing urbanscape. a main hall connects
the museum's program with a nearby train station, cable car, riverbank trail transforming the site into a dynamic hub.
the addition incorporates public amenities such as a park pavilion, retail, and flexible program to contribute to the city's
established context.



car and bus stop area


the main hall serves as a communications hub, becoming a lively central space for workshops, exhibitions,
gathering and events. merging public and private areas creates the desired informal experience with art
and artists. the exterior skin touches down to the ground plane generating 'in-between spaces' which are
integrated throughout the galleries to moderate the region's climate. the sprawling canopy plays an important
role in the masterplan's sustainability as the steel mesh of the structural framework is capped with diverse
elements including EFTE cushions, LEDs, ventilation louvers, solar panels and green roof.



view from front path


big hall



in between space



lecture hall



night view



roof canopy detail


site plan



floor plan / level 0



section



elevation



program arrangement diagram



wall section



air control system diagram



hybrid ventilation cooling system diagram



site analysis and connections diagram

BIG architects: transitlager

'transitlager' by BIG architects, basel, switzerland
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copenhagen-based practice BIG architects have created 'transitlager', the winning competition proposal to renovate
and extend a warehouse in the industrial district of basel, switzerland. dating from the 1960s, the 18,000 square meter
concrete structure will receive an additional 7,000 square meters for residences and arts-related spaces to transform
the upcoming dreispitz neighborhood into a bustling arts district. visually separated into two stacked volumes,
the combination will become a hybrid of mixed-use program, rearranging the distribution within the existing floors
to merge activity from the art, commerce, work and living spaces.



view of transitlager from aan djacent building


encompassed by a network of intersecting railways, loading docks and turning radiuses, the zigzagged facade
and pointed corners become generated by the infrastructure. connections between existing public areas and nearby
botanical garden enforce the dynamic location of this new center. additional vibrant urban spaces and peaceful
gardens provide diverse atmospheres for various lifestyles and activities. the folded perimeter of the upper structure
optimizes interior daylight conditions and outward views from rooftop terraces placed within generated niches.
the exterior reflects the geometries of the surrounding context, creating a fresh appearance with a familiar character.



public green spaces


original walls have been removed to create flexible open plans while limited interventions and partitions feature
a minimal material palette of concrete surfaces to retain the sense of place and classic luxury. sparsely filled internal
arrangement increase feasibility for installations for businesses, ateliers and workshops.



zigzagged volume is set upon the existing warehouse


'the stacking of two complimentary structures – one on top of the other – has generated a new take on the typology
of the communal courtyard. where the typical residential courtyard finds itself incarcerated by walls of program,
the roofyards of the transitlager combine the tranquility and communal space of the courtyard with the sunlight
and panoramic views of the penthouse. a penthouse for the people.' - bjarke ingels, partner and founder of BIG



roof terraces and gardens overlooking the encompassing industrial district



artist studio



industrial character maintained within the residences



residences overlook the city at night



aerial view of model



zigzag motif is translated into the landscape



staggered facade creates a series of roof terraces



model



conceptual diagram



(left) initial stacked volumes
(right) upper volume sliced into five smaller volumes


(left) volumes rotated
(right) structural connections diagram



(left) volumes elongated
(right) daylight diagram



(left) daylight diagram
(right) rooftop green spaces



(left) facade study
(right) green diagram


project info:


partner in charge: bjarke ingels, andreas klok pedersen
project leader: jakob henke
team: gul ertekin, ioannis gio, ricardo palma, alexandra gustaffson, bara srpkova, marcelina kolasinska, ryohei koike