TROLDTEKT® NATURAL ACOUSTIC SOLUTIONS

In this magazine you will find 16 buildings where the combination of design and acoustics creates first class international architecture. A celebration of wood wool/ Interview with David Basulto CULTURE 06-07 Close to nature and a play of colours 08-09 A sophisticated and sustainable "Shed" 10-13 Books, blues - and a beautiful building 14-15 Embracing the spirit of a poet 16-17 Top tuned facilities for music and more 18-19 Historical treasures in modern facilities 20-21 When control of sound is vital 22-25 A labyrinth of pleasures HOTELS & RESTAURANTS 26-29 NOMA went down under for 10 weeks 30-33...

TREND > DAVID BASULTO TREND > DAVID BASULTO A celebration of wood wool Troldtekt A/S launched the WOOD WOOL AWARD in 2015, celebrating 80 years of the acoustic product Troldtekt. The purpose was to celebrate the use of wood wool in contemporary architecture. Wood wool is a natural material which ensures good acoustics, a healthy indoor climate and unique aesthetics. The purpose of the WOOD WOOL AWARD 2015 was to honour contemporary architecture where wood wool based acoustic solutions support and enrich the architectural design. Winners of the WOOD WOOL AWARD 2015 The competition was open to...

CULTURE > NATURE AND CULTURAL CENTRE KRIK > DK CULTURE > NATURE AND CULTURAL CENTRE KRIK > DK CULTURE > NATURE AND CULTURAL CENTRE KRIK > DK CULTURE > NATURE AND CULTURAL CENTRE KRIK > DK A flexible interior space The Krik building is formed as a reinterpretation of the simple and traditional pitched roof house. The majority of the building comprises a single large common open space that spans the entire length of the house. There is a centrally placed fireplace and an open kitchen. Each end has a section with changing room, bath and toilet. From the large common room there is access to the bed...

A sophisticated and sustainable ’Shed’ For both acoustic and environmental reasons Troldtekt acoustic panels were installed throughout The Shed, a temporary venue for London’s famous National Theatre on the South Bank of the River Thames. Text: Christopher Sykes, Pressential LLP Photos: Philip Vile For both acoustic and environmental reasons Troldtekt acou- The Shed housed a 225 seat auditorium made of raw stic panels were installed throughout The Shed, a temporary steel and plywood. Its modelling together with its red venue for London’s famous National Theatre on the South rough sawn timber...

CULTURE > NOTODDEN CULTURAL CENTRE > NO CULTURE > NOTODDEN CULTURAL CENTRE > NO Books, blues - and a beautiful building In collaboration the architectural practices of Borve and Borchsenius, Askim / Lantto and Dronninga Landscape won an international architectural competition to design a cultural centre for the Norwegian city of Notodden. Text: Christopher Sykes, Pressential LLP Photos: Tommy Kosior

CULTURE > NOTODDEN CULTURAL CENTRE > NO CULTURE > NOTODDEN CULTURAL CENTRE > NO The brief from the municipality of Notodden was to design gether with beautiful landscaping, play areas and views an inviting landmark with a very high degree of openness make this building an important meeting place for the between the floors and good views across the waters of the people of Notodden, both inside and out. Heddalsvatnet and the city. It is a good example of a public The design, inspired by former industrial buildings on building where over 3200 sqm of Troldekt white painted the site, is simple and...

CULTURE > PROEYSENHUSET CULTURAL CENTRE > NO Embracing the spirit of a poet The Norwegian writer and musician, Alf Proeysen, was one of the greatest poets of his generation. To commemorate his 100th anniversary in 2014, a private initiative raised the funds to create a new national cultural centre in his memory. Text: Christopher Sykes, Pressential LLP Photos: Tommy Kosior Snøhetta architects were commissioned to design a building terrace and by the entrance. The atmosphere of the interior which would appeal both to adults and children and, at the is unpretentious with solid wooden floors and...

CULTURE > DOORNROOSJE MUSIC VENUE > NL Top tuned facilities for music and more The famous music venue Doornroosje in Nijmegen has new premises with a range of special technical solutions after the architects AGS from Heelan designed a multi-purpose complex for the renowned venue which has just opened. Text: Christopher Sykes, Pressential LLP Photos: Maria Bax Doornroosje’s new premises nestle between the bus station, the city’s railway station, the local police station and a very Project: New music venue, Doornroosje, Nijmegen, busy thoroughfare with lots of cyclists. The complex has been built...

CULTURE > SHIKUN & BINUI VISITOR GALLERY > IL CULTURE > SHIKUN & BINUI VISITOR GALLERY > IL Historical treasures in modern facilities JR VISION WIRONMENTS IN ISRAEL WC NOKH« This attractive visitor centre and gallery is located within the headquarters of Shikun & Binui, in Airport City close to Tel-Aviv. The design maintains the company's principles of sustainability and green building. )R US AND FOR THE QB&immt Text: Christopher Sykes, Pressential LLP Photos: Courtesy of Shikun & Binui The company is one of Israel’s leading infrastructure and real estate groups, involved in large scale projects...

CULTURE > ASTANA MEDIA CENTER > KZ CULTURE > ASTANA MEDIA CENTER > KZ When control of sound is vital The Astana Media Center, designed by Tabanlıoğlu Architects, was conceived as a stunning and distinctive media project, housing Kazakhstan national radio and TV studios and offices. The new facility aims to enhance the professionalism of TV journalism, television and filmmaking in Kazakhstan. The huge complex occupies 75,500 sqm with 7,000 sqm of studios and over 21,000 sqm of offices. There are 14 major television stu- national radio and TV studios and offices together with public entertainment...