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Glattpark, Opfikon

OOS has been invited to take part in this competition with the goal of developing a block building in Opfikon that stands out due to its simplicity and creative sustainability. The concept has been developed in cooperation with Sichtraum.

The perimeter follows to the urban pattern and is built densely. The inner courtyard reaches the maximum extension possible and the different heights permit a well-balanced and optimized exposure to the sun. The colors on the loggias (balconies) implicate a lively atmosphere and structure the large-scaled front face. The apartments have a large entrée and are divided into rooms of similar sizes in order to gain flexibility for the individual preferences of the residents.

Plans, Drawings and Diagrams

Plans, Drawings and Diagrams

Project Details

Client
Mettler2Invest AG
Location
Opfikon
Internal Team
Christiane Agreiter, Andreas Derrer, Severin Boser, Christoph Kellenberger
Year
2011
Typology
Retail, Special Housing
Discipline
Architecture, Urban Planning
Task
New Building
Status
Competition

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