a2o architecten: de waai party hall

‘de waai party hall’ by a2o-architecten, geel, belgium all images courtesy of a2o-architecten

hasselt-based a2o-architecten has completed ‘de waai party hall’ located among the municipality and cluster of public buildings in geel, belgium. the spatial and design integrate the building with its environment. the firm collaborated with de architectengroep to develop the corridor around an organizational program where the area is situated in the middle of the building, surrounded by secondary functions, such as reception, foyer, toilets and storage.

the access route from the street to the space follows a meandering route, which ensures that the loud music in the hall is inaudible on the street. the bearing column structure was created in bright white prefab concrete and stands outside the building, giving the façade its character. the row of pillars on the exterior is set in a classic rhythmic pattern and serves as both a screen and an opening between the outside and inside.

façade detail

entrance

interior hall

performing space

night view

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