
Subotica, Serbia
2024
Contests
Limited by urban planning parameters and external influences, the building is positioned in the central part of the plot, which allowed the external layout of the plot to be subordinated to the function of the building itself. By moving the parking lot to the underground level, an open ground floor space was obtained for additional facilities and various uses.
The idea of designing the building stems from the elliptical shape, which implicitly indicates that it is a sports facility. The simple geometry of the building with a protruding plateau at the entrance on the first floor represents the starting point for designing the building itself. Such a shape aims not only at the aesthetics of the building but also at its functionality, with the intention of providing optimal conditions for sports activities within it.
The transparent facade of the building allows it to subtly blend into its surroundings. The use of a brisoleil around the building’s glass envelope brings dynamism to the structure and emphasizes the entrances to the sports hall. The double facade is not only an aesthetic element, but also a functional detail that provides optimal control of light and temperature within the building. The dynamic play of light and shadow further emphasizes the structure and volume of the building, with the intention of making it attractive to visitors.