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The building is positioned at a respectful distance from existing buildings.
The planning process carefully considered light exposure, visual relationships with the natural surroundings and the voids between the existing buildings and the new volume.

In terms of height and volume, the building responds to its immediate surroundings by respectfully sinking and rising in correspondence with the given alignments, thus shaping its appearance and orientation in an ideal relationship with the location.

By leaning dynamically forward, the building formally encloses the forecourt and clearly establishes a prominent role within the town square, as if bowing symbolically to guests.

The use of a homogeneous paving material for the outdoor forecourt and indoor ground floor spaces creates a seamless transition between inside and outside.

The façade lifts its forefront, opening towards square and river.
The boundaries between public outdoor and interior spaces are blurred, inviting visitors to approach the interior freely, where interactive exhibitions showcase the nearby natural surroundings.

On the upper, flexible floor plans allow for adaptable workspaces. Flexible distribution arrangements, floor-to-ceiling furniture and glass partitions clearly define working groups and thematic areas that can be rearranged at any time. Constructive elements also enable free distribution rearrangements and versatile solutions.

Windows have been designed in order to preserve the building's monolithic appearance, storeys are not readable on the façade.

Construction materials could be locally produced and quickly delivered. Execution procedures guaranteed the implementation of low-energetic-standards and an energy-optimised building method.

The basement, which is made of waterproof reinforced concrete, has been designed to provide maximum parking capacity and has an additional basement level.

Regional materials have been favoured in a clear nod to the surrounding natural landscape. Their skilful arrangement gives the building a modern yet traditional character, an homage to the region's craftsmanship.

The façade combines grey larch shingles, full-height wooden windows and an open glass façade, creating the striking image of a monolithic structure towering over the surrounding buildings.