fuksas architects: longchamp racecourse

'longchamp racecourse' by massimiliano and doriana fuksas architects, paris, france
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italian architects massimiliano and doriana fuksas of massimiliano fuksas architects have participated in a competition for
'longchamp racecourse' in paris, france. taking the form of a flaring flower the trumpet shape creates a play of light and
shadow throughout the structure. the architectural petals illuminate the interior spaces with sculptural forms allowing for
panoramic views of paris' cityscape.

the existing site is a 57 hectare horse-racing facility built on the banks of the seine river. used for flat racing it is known for its
variety of interlaced tracks being the home of more than half of the classics and major international events held in france.
the concept for the new facility allows for large crowds to gather and be entertained by the equestrian activities below.


open tiered seating



viewing platform



top view of racecourse model
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front elevation of racecourse model
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side view of racecourse model
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detail of viewing platforms
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side perspective of racecourse model
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site plan
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ciruclation of site
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plan floor plan / level 1
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section
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elevation
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section
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section with dimensions
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structural model
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project info:


architects: massimiliano and doriana fuksas
project team: serena mignatti, antonio nardozzi, fernando rial, ivo ambrosi, vaiva rinkunaite, mabel aguerre, cristina fernandez maqueda, reinald fratti
project: hippodrome longchamp
model makers: nicola cabiati, frauke stenz, anna rita giannandrea
location: paris, france
competition: 2011
client: france galop
site area: 630 000 sq. m.
built area: 23 603 sq. m.