sampling: terevete interactive educational forest centre

‘terevete interactive educational forest centre’ by sampling, terevete, latvia all images courtesy of sampling

this proposal for the ‘terevete interactive educational forest centre’ by latvian practice sampling is nestled within a strip of trees in terevete, latvia. dedicated to the use of wood and recycled products, the site location gives visitors an intimate experience with the material in its original state. doubling as an object for research, the displayed information communicates of the energy saved with different applications, solutions and building materials.

the zig-zagged footprint organizes the common and private spaces within the program on opposing sides of the plan, integrating exhibition spaces, classrooms and conference facilities. separate exhibiting halls are geared towards each of the four seasons with a unique shaped skylight. a cafe, shop and restaurant serve the public while workspaces and information areas are reserved for professionals.

entry

cafe

at night

site plan

floor plan / level 0

floor plan / level 1

section

section

external form diagram

circulation diagrams

(left) winter heating diagram (right) summer cooling diagram

project info:

program: exhibition and information centre adress: tervete, latvia total area: 5482m2 client: latvijas valsts meži status: open competition proposal