Artzy Blkz

Idea projektu

The project's intention is to create an inspiring and inclusive cultural centre for aspiring artists. It provides a dedicated environment that values creativity and allows for self-expression through music, dance, and plastic arts. The centre aims to foster a sense of belonging by embracing the differences among its users.

The project is strategically located at the boundary of two distinct neighbourhoods in Goiânia, Brazil: Jardim Goiás, a rapidly growing, high-income area, and Setor Leste Universitário, a district home to universities and students. The primary objective is to serve up to 1200 users across three daily shifts, creating a vibrant community hub that bridges these social and economic divides through art and culture.

Popis projektu

The Artzy Blkz Cultural Centre is a multi-functional facility comprised of six main sectors that group activities with similar functions. The core spaces include a deconstructivist auditorium, exhibition spaces, a cafeteria, dance and fine art studios, music rooms, a shop, and administrative offices.

The building's design is organized across two primary levels—a Ground Floor and a Lower Ground Floor—a decision made to adapt to the site's significant 5-meter slope, thereby minimizing land movement and separating the public-facing areas (like the cafe and bookshop) from the more focused studio spaces. A key aspect of the design is an iconic auditorium intended to be a local landmark, which is balanced by the simpler, rectangular forms of the adjoining blocks. The user flow is curated to unconsciously guide visitors through art exhibits to reach their destinations, and a generous public square in front of the auditorium is designed to host open-air performances and community events.

Technické informace

The project was developed on a BIM platform, allowing for the full integration of aesthetics and functionality. The material strategy emphasizes local sourcing to reduce environmental impact, employing a construction methodology common to the region. The main auditorium is a concrete structure, with its final finish being a combination of raw, exposed surfaces and large painted areas that feature the project’s bold colour palette. This contrasts with the adjoining blocks, which use a steel frame structure with brickwork and extensive glazing. Internally, locally sourced Eucalyptus (eucalipto) timber flooring is used throughout to add warmth and further the project's sustainability goals.

The building's design is technically responsive to its context. To mitigate the hot and dry weather, significant solar shading, or brise-soleil, is deployed, especially on the west-facing façade. The design cleverly adapts to the site's 5-metre slope with a split-level layout, a solution that minimised extensive land movement. Accessibility is paramount, with a lift provided and all ramps designed with a maximum incline of 8.33%, strictly adhering to Brazilian standards for wheelchair users.

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