Key：Metrostudio Design Research

项目概况:

Rezekne Creative Service Centre with an area of 6000 m2 is bent around the local dominant –the castle mound of Rezekne; it is embodied in the terrain of surroundings with open views towards the castle mound and the church. The idea of the building was developed as a proposal for an architecture competition for a place next tothe castle mound of Rezekne and aim of the city–to create innovative,creative environment for children and youth in Rezekne that would stimulate the young graduates to return to live and work in Rezekne town after their studies,unique, new leading-motive for the development of the town, new impress of time. A dramatic landscape on the edge of the town centre facing an ancient castle mound with medieval,state-preserved ruins- the main tourist attraction of the town. It was the site itself that suggested the building should settle deep into the ground and thatthe fifth facade–the geometrically triangulated green roof–should become the main feature of the structure. The building is a structure of exposed,monolithic concrete, plastered on the exterior. Still, most of the rooms are rectangular in plan – the dramatic ceilings of exposed concrete and variable window geometries create the amazing diversity and uniqueness of space. The shape of the roof not only creates a feeling of safety and protection for the children, but also allows for an ample and diverse flow of natural light through various openings into all the rooms, halls and corridors, while from the outside it shines mysteriously in the darkness. An intimate inner courtyard on the ground floor brings light into activity rooms located further from the surface. The landscaping around the building, in both concrete and greensurfaces, continues the same geometric principles as used for the roofs with surprising sculptural feel and artistic touch in every detail. The new structure became an integral part of the existing dramatic landscape, and evena part of local legends and fairy tales, extending the popular imaginations. Itis example of contemporary design emerging from physical and emotional surroundings, from local spirit and traditional archetypes, providing a warmand friendly new environment for the kids.