The Environmental Interpretation Center, which will replace the previous one after its demolition, is part of the site as an organizer of the whole, due to its scale and relationship with the other buildings. Thus, it is proposed a building with a scale appropriate to its surroundings, characterized by a language that is very organic, assuming himself as a visual journey, taking advantage of its horizontality in counterpoint to the verticality of the vegetation that thrives in this area. The building is developed by multiplying volumes that articulate internal and external routes, organizing and defining spaces, practices and feelings.
The fragmentation of the building volume aims to organize and subdivide the various functions, though complementary, could create some functional conflicts. The proposed program can be divided into three sections, exhibition, administration and catering, which are organized from the central square.
Status: Competition Entry
Location: Aveiro, PT
My Role: Architectural Designer