SCHOLÉ IN HIGH TATRAS

CTU in Prague - Faculty of Civil Engineering

Project idea

The aim of the design is to develop a theoretical, conceptual, urbanistic, and architectural study based on reflection on the development potential of the urban district of Vysoké Tatry, Starý Smokovec. In the unique and characteristic natural panoramic scenery of the Tatra peaks, within the territory of the Tatra National Park, there is a location with significant landscape-historical potential, with the decaying Amphitheatre building and a historically named Bellevue building.

Our proposal draws inspiration from the dominant natural beauty of the High Tatras. We seek to transfer the relief of the mountains on a smaller scale, allowing us to create masses that mimic the character of the Tatra peaks. In this area, we propose a community center with a multifunctional hall, which, similar to Gerlach Peak, stands behind this center as a symbolic dominant structure. Additionally, a clubhouse with multifunctional use, a café, public toilets, a new amphitheater integrated into nature, and six accommodation units as small mountain shelters are planned. New paths in the area respect existing hiking trails. The original amphitheater has been reconstructed into a modern form with a more suitable capacity. The reference to the original historic Bellevue hotel has been preserved in the form of foundations.

Project description

The shapes of the buildings draw inspiration from the surrounding dominant mountains.
The passages between the buildings imitate a basin. The roofs are overhanging for shelter from the weather.
The underground floor is designed in the form of a cave. Sunlight penetrates the interior thanks to openings in the roof.

Technical information

The supporting structures of the buildings are made of wooden columns and beams. Cladding is made of wooden boards. Cabins are made of wooden CLT panels also covered with wooden boards.
In the project, we work with renewable energy sources. Rainwater is accumulated and reused for watering the vegetation.
Solar panels will be placed on the roof.

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