synn architekten: office conversion for luxbau company

'office conversion for luxbau company' by synn architekten located in hainfeld, austria
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austrian firm synn architekten has completed 'office conversion for luxbau company' located in hainfeld, austria. a tapering streamlined
hallway provides a vibrant link and spatial convenience to the previously empty gap. employees were typically required to walk outdoors
for an uncomfortable distance when daily communication was needed. instead of entirely new construction, the chosen sustainable solution
supports the companies established philosophy for problem solving. solely adding a connecting corridor with supplementary renovations
to a villa and existing office building allows the two main volumes remain in their original state.



entrance facade
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the concrete form encompasses visitors on three sides and the fourth is bounded by a transparent facade to provide outward views of
the energetic urban landscape. insulating glass allows the space to be unconditioned, serving as a foyer. a main entrance is flanked by
a ramp leading to the villa and stairs leading to the office area. a parallel exterior courtyard with a pond and native vegetation is centrally
located for all employees to enjoy. new public spaces within existing spaces include a kitchen and conference room to encourage constant
exchange between departments.



courtyard
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corridor connecting old and new buildings
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stairs
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floor plan / level 0
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section
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section
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elevation
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elevation
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project info:


start of planning: 2007
completion: 2011
floor area: 542 m² (without parking)
company: luxbau
architect: synn architekten
landscape architect: Schumacher Schindl Landschaftsplaner