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Case study - Palucca Schule

Case study - Palucca Schule
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GERMANY - DRESDEN Harlequin Case study I Palucca Schule Founded in 1925 by the great Gret Palucca, in 1999 the Palucca Schule became Germany’s ﬁrst independent higher school of dance. The historic building was renovated in 2007 and ﬂanked by two new buildings in the Bauhaus style with the emphasis on light and space. The fully glazed facades are adorned with coloured frames that lend a resolutely contemporary air to the whole. Above the walkway linking the original building to the modern spaces there hangs a work in homage to the famous Palucca. Why Harlequin ? Jason Beechey, Director of the Palucca Schule: “Quite simply because they are the best products on the market, in every respect.” Type of site: Construction of a new building Architect: Storch Ehlers Partner Architekten GbR Number of studios: 11 rehearsal studios + 1 stage LUXEMBOURG LONDON LOS ANGELES PHILADELPHIA FORT WORTH SYDNEY PARIS HONG KONG MADRID Products chosen: Harlequin LIBERTY™ sprung ﬂoor and Harlequin STUDIO™ dance ﬂoor. Photos : Rodrigo Díaz Harlequin Europe SA 29, rue Notre-Da

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I Products The Palucca Schule dance studios are equipped with the Harlequin LIBERTY™ sprung ﬂoor and the Harlequin STUDIO™ dance ﬂoor. The Palucca Schule was seeking a multi-purpose ﬂoor combined with a comfortable and resistant surface that would be equally suitable for classical and contemporary dance. Jason Beechey’s choice “I chose the Harlequin LIBERTY™ sprung ﬂoor because it meets our needs perfectly. It also helps prevent injury. All the pupils and teachers are pleased with it.” With its smooth surface and foam backing, the Harlequin STUDIO™ dance ﬂoor provides extra comfort for...

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