Workshop Nižbor 2015 - results
In Nižbor, we met with architecture students, professionals, and locals to jointly revitalize the local Panská louka – we needed only the local willow branches, wooden pallets, and collected plastic bottles for that. Want to know how? We divided the workshop into two parts – design and implementation.
/March 6-8, 2015/
During the first part, students became familiar with the environment and working materials, resulting in designs for specific spots by the river. On Friday, they received several tasks that helped them soak in the atmosphere of Panská louka and establish initial contact with locals. One of the main tasks was to draw a sensory map of the area, so they could realize how the meadow affects everyone differently while also recognizing what is perceived similarly by all. They had the opportunity to immediately discuss their fresh designs with locals, who drew their impressions of the meadow for comparison. In the evening, there were lectures – Jiří Rech (VRBIČKY) explained how to work with willow branches, Ondřej Teplý (OFFCITY) inspired us on how to work with public space, and Ondřej Pchálek (PES-VES) talked about what should precede the actual design.
Based on previous analyses, the students agreed on what should be created in the meadow and spent the entire Saturday working in teams on individual designs. The consultants diligently assisted the emerging designs, and students worked long into the night. In the evening, to set the mood, we screened "Rozmarné léto." On Sunday, there was a public presentation for the locals, lively discussion, and interesting comments on the emerging designs.
/April 30 - May 3, 2015/
During the second part, students built four projects with their own hands – a maze, shelters, a raft, and resting spots. On Thursday, we clarified the final details before the actual work began, gathered strength by a magical fire in the meadow, and protected all the cut branches from firebugs and woodstackers. From Friday to Sunday, the teams diligently cut, screwed, sanded, painted, trimmed, planted, tied, and watered, with their familiar consultants and locals once again at hand for advice. On Sunday, there was a ceremonial blessing and handover of the new constructions to their future users during a walk with the locals. We believe they will thrive for joy!
During the workshop, several projects made from willow branches, pallets, and recycled plastic bottles were created.
MAZE
Martina Urbanová / Kryštof Vicherek / Marek Vilášek / Tomáš Veselý
It was not hard to step into the shoes of small children, as we still all are a bit of them. We did not design any sterile, unified euro-playgrounds, but a completely natural and lively maze. Children are thrown into a whirlwind of fun that catches them and won't let go. We also put ourselves in the shoes of parents and can guarantee them that their offspring will reliably get lost in the maze for a few hours, allowing them to enjoy peace and relaxation.
SHELTERS
Rostislav Jaroš / Tomáš Havel / Tereza Drobná / Mária Müllerová
Our group empathized with both locals and visitors and aimed to solve the problem of a lack of shade and seating in the meadow. Therefore, we decided to expand these resting places with a set of willow objects for seating that also create shade.
CHAIRS IN THE LANDSCAPE
Jolana Macháčková / Marek Unger
We place three chairs in an open space so that the user can detach from everyday worries and stop in time. We invite contemplation of the romantic cove of the Berounka River, the industrial part clearly defining human ingenuity, and the majestic Nižbor castle. In this backdrop, the viewer can merely rest, get lost in a book, or simply immerse themselves in the surroundings.
RESTING SPOTS
Kristýna Rosecká / Vojtěch Rudorfer
In a more secluded part of Panská louka, there is peaceful tranquility, the perfect place for resting with a view of the river and an opportunity for conversation. For conversations between people, as well as for talks with nature, with the place, with the river… Pallets with thought-provoking themes are extended from the slope for seating.
RAFT
Christian Behrens / Markéta Kačenová / Anna Seimlová
“Let’s make a raft,” those were the first words that fell in our group. We liked the idea and continued to develop it. As the research showed, the river and the surrounding areas are the most lucrative places for spending free time in Nižbor. With this design, we want to bring life to the water, which offers the best views of the castle, and integrate a floating raft with greenery, thus a willow tree will be placed here. We are creating a floating island, a new public space, a place to rest and meet with a unique setting. Nižbor? Let there be a raft!
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/March 6-8, 2015/
During the first part, students became familiar with the environment and working materials, resulting in designs for specific spots by the river. On Friday, they received several tasks that helped them soak in the atmosphere of Panská louka and establish initial contact with locals. One of the main tasks was to draw a sensory map of the area, so they could realize how the meadow affects everyone differently while also recognizing what is perceived similarly by all. They had the opportunity to immediately discuss their fresh designs with locals, who drew their impressions of the meadow for comparison. In the evening, there were lectures – Jiří Rech (VRBIČKY) explained how to work with willow branches, Ondřej Teplý (OFFCITY) inspired us on how to work with public space, and Ondřej Pchálek (PES-VES) talked about what should precede the actual design.
Based on previous analyses, the students agreed on what should be created in the meadow and spent the entire Saturday working in teams on individual designs. The consultants diligently assisted the emerging designs, and students worked long into the night. In the evening, to set the mood, we screened "Rozmarné léto." On Sunday, there was a public presentation for the locals, lively discussion, and interesting comments on the emerging designs.
/April 30 - May 3, 2015/
During the second part, students built four projects with their own hands – a maze, shelters, a raft, and resting spots. On Thursday, we clarified the final details before the actual work began, gathered strength by a magical fire in the meadow, and protected all the cut branches from firebugs and woodstackers. From Friday to Sunday, the teams diligently cut, screwed, sanded, painted, trimmed, planted, tied, and watered, with their familiar consultants and locals once again at hand for advice. On Sunday, there was a ceremonial blessing and handover of the new constructions to their future users during a walk with the locals. We believe they will thrive for joy!
During the workshop, several projects made from willow branches, pallets, and recycled plastic bottles were created.
MAZE
Martina Urbanová / Kryštof Vicherek / Marek Vilášek / Tomáš Veselý
It was not hard to step into the shoes of small children, as we still all are a bit of them. We did not design any sterile, unified euro-playgrounds, but a completely natural and lively maze. Children are thrown into a whirlwind of fun that catches them and won't let go. We also put ourselves in the shoes of parents and can guarantee them that their offspring will reliably get lost in the maze for a few hours, allowing them to enjoy peace and relaxation.
SHELTERS
Rostislav Jaroš / Tomáš Havel / Tereza Drobná / Mária Müllerová
Our group empathized with both locals and visitors and aimed to solve the problem of a lack of shade and seating in the meadow. Therefore, we decided to expand these resting places with a set of willow objects for seating that also create shade.
CHAIRS IN THE LANDSCAPE
Jolana Macháčková / Marek Unger
We place three chairs in an open space so that the user can detach from everyday worries and stop in time. We invite contemplation of the romantic cove of the Berounka River, the industrial part clearly defining human ingenuity, and the majestic Nižbor castle. In this backdrop, the viewer can merely rest, get lost in a book, or simply immerse themselves in the surroundings.
RESTING SPOTS
Kristýna Rosecká / Vojtěch Rudorfer
In a more secluded part of Panská louka, there is peaceful tranquility, the perfect place for resting with a view of the river and an opportunity for conversation. For conversations between people, as well as for talks with nature, with the place, with the river… Pallets with thought-provoking themes are extended from the slope for seating.
RAFT
Christian Behrens / Markéta Kačenová / Anna Seimlová
“Let’s make a raft,” those were the first words that fell in our group. We liked the idea and continued to develop it. As the research showed, the river and the surrounding areas are the most lucrative places for spending free time in Nižbor. With this design, we want to bring life to the water, which offers the best views of the castle, and integrate a floating raft with greenery, thus a willow tree will be placed here. We are creating a floating island, a new public space, a place to rest and meet with a unique setting. Nižbor? Let there be a raft!
More information >
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