We all know the Birds Nest from
the Beijing Olympics - and if not here. Well
this is a different structure of a similar name. Build in the Czech
REpublic, Stork Nest Farm features a state-of-the-art equestrian center and
conference facility. SGL Projekt were approached to design a space that
could not only be used as a riding ring but also a space for staff training and
horse breeding during the colder months. As some of you might know I have
a passion for horses (see post on Equestrian
Elegance and Pinterest Board) and so
when I came across this article I just had to share.
The exterior cladding of
the building is a sculpture made from oak logs, giving the area it's
stork nest appearance, while the interior has translucent polycarbonate sheets
acting as windows to the outside. Not only is the building incredibly
interesting to look at, but also it's 8m skylight serves as
a ventilation shaft for the natural airflow in the space. This
allows the temperature regulation to be driven by the natural flow of air and
means that the space will never get too hot or stuffy. Pretty
perfect when you are working out! For me it's the simplicity of the
interior and the shape of the structure that draw me in - who says an arena has
to be rectangular?
Beautiful! I too am crazy about equestrian type things and this is so unique
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