Technology: School near Geneva

Issue
05/2020 Balconies, Terraces, Loggias
Author
Burkhard Franke
Source
DETAIL
Location
Switzerland, Geneva
Architecture
Sylla Widmann Architectes
Prior to setting the timber elements the elevator cores were the only concrete element within the space circumscribed by the balcony rings.
© Yves André
The architects turned the balconies into the primary structure of the building. As a result of this decision, the timber construction of the school centre benefits in structural and fire proofing terms
Prior to setting the timber elements the elevator cores were the only concrete element within the space circumscribed by the balcony rings.
© Yves André