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Article from issue 10/2006 »Timber Construction«

Communications Centre in Rheinau

documentation p. 1109 - 1112
Architect Schneider + Schumacher | Structural Engineer Bollinger + Grohmann |

Drafts
1:20 Vetical sections
1:200 Roof panel with fixing sheets
1:2000 Site plan
1:750 Floor plan
1:750 Section
1:750 Underside of roof

All three facades of this new triangular structure are different. The north-facing, two-storey entrance front is fitted with low-E glazing. Sunscreen glazing to the east face and an internal anti-glare screen prevent overheating. The facade overlooking the neighbouring site to the south-west consists of a closed timber-stud wall with a clerestory strip. Internally, this wall forms a neutral background for shelving and the display of products. The most striking design feature, though, is the timber roof: an economical structure, consisting of 45 prismatic elements. This is supported by an 8.50 x 8.50 m grid of circular columns with rainwater pipes internally. Bracing is provided by the solid walls of the sanitary tract.