how the modulation of load-bearing facades in architectural concrete opens up the interior spaces of an office building
prism
| program | construction of a 'Breeam Excellent' office building in La Cloche d'Or in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg |
| client | Eaglestone |
| address | route d’Esch, 404, 1471 Luxembourg |
| building type | work |
| status | under construction |
| expertises | architectureb.i.mlandscape designproject managementurban design & planningconstruction managementhealth & safety coordinationprogramming |
| offices | luxembourg |
| size | 4.780 m² |
| team | architect : assar universum architects special techniques engineer: CES stability engineer: Lux CEC contractor: Thomas & Piron bau |
The Prism office building was built at the “Cloche D’or” site on a triangular plot of land. It follows the shape of the site and also has a triangular shape with prominent corners.
The façades – modulated in 135 cm increments – are load-bearing and consist – in the solid parts – of architectural concrete slats enhanced by anodised aluminium frames.
As well as their aesthetic dimension, the architectural elements also provide solar protection by creating a play of shadows.
In addition, the load-bearing nature of the façades, combined with their particular modulation, liberates large interior surface areas conducive to a very flexible organisation of work spaces. Structured on 6 levels (ground floor + 4/-1), the building has a usable surface area of 4.750 m². These spaces are distributed and leased in modules ranging from 370 to 1.050 m².
On all floors, there is flexible space for open-plan offices, partitioned offices, meeting rooms, kitchenettes, and relaxation areas.
The top floor – also set back – has a terrace at the rear of the building.
The entrance to the building is set back and a water feature accompanies visitors towards the lobby.
this building is designed to achieve a BREEAM Excellent certificate and meets current energy criteria.
