freedom in nature - THE SPORT ARENA

Technical University of Berlin (TUB), Faculty VI Planning – Building – Environment, Berlin, Germany

Project idea

The idea of this project was the inspiration to create a building for all people, regardless of age or physical abilities. Also, that the building is very accessible. It was imporant for me to design a climate-friendly and ecological sports facility that integrates very well into the urban environment. By bringing in a chess area, I want to promote and encourage young people, teenagers, as well as adults to play chess. Chess is not only a mental sport. Chess promotes the ability to concentrate,to think ahead and to plan, imagination and the ability to combine, as well as creativity and abstract thinking.

Sport disciplines like table tennis, badminton, athletics training and bicycle encourage people to do sport.

Project description

The building is located in nature to promote health and well-being. Because of the climate change i wanted to create a climate-friendly buildung which is located in nature. A sidewalk made of cobblestones leads to the building. Besides, there are benches where people can sit down. The building has a round shape and is barrier-free.
In the center of the sports facility is the chess area with a chess board on the ground with chess pieces and six chess tables with seats facing each other. On the ground floor of the building is also a table tennis area, a badminton area, athletics track 30 meters and several circular seats where people can sit down to relax. In addition, there is a men's and women's restroom in the building.
A two flight straight staircase with intermediate landing with two ramps for bicycles lead to the upper floor. On the upper floor is a bicycle track.

Technical information

The ceiling is made of wood and supported by steel columns. The walls are made of glass and the floor is made of artificial grass.

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