Paris-based OFF architecture have unveiled their designs for Block 39, the center of the promotion of science competition. The entry provides a sustainable structure for Serbia’s capital Belgrade, a midtown near the future city center, as a metaphor to the desired merger between science and nature. Block 39, center for science of Belgrade could also become the symbol of modern Serbia.
Block 39 is very urban place and it fits itself into this urban framework, adding a new territorial and landscape typology. Leaning on the surrounding scenery, the mountain overhanging the crater-shaped project invents it own urban microcosm by creating an inner space. It must be built in the specific place, which should not only be a continuation encompassing environment but homogeneous to the Serbian culture as well.
The architects aim to make the Block 39 a unique place. They plan work on the depth of the landscape by isolating the block from surrounding using trees, waterfalls and rock to cover noise made by vehicles. This creates something unique, almost magnetic, which draws people from afar. It is an urban architectural sequence, connected to the new spirit and vocation of this block.
The project also includes a planetarium that is a scientific tool designed to watch the celestial dome and the conference room is designed to be a place to learn about science. These two architectural objects will be two distinct emblems, each with its own stage. The museum and laboratories form a single object floating above the mountain, creating an urban anchor point to enjoy a panoramic view of the city. Moreover, observation spots will be placed in upper and lower levels of this architectural entity to restore the building to the city and the city to the building.
Via: Bustler
