The innovative headquarters of Durst Group AG in Bressanone, designed by Studio monovolume architecture + design, rises like a pixelated white wave in the landscape. The sculptural tower, a symbol of corporate growth and innovation, blends in with its surroundings.
In the picturesque landscape of Bressanone, at the entrance to the city, a symbol of innovation and design emerges: the headquarters of Durst Group AG. This imposing building, designed by Studio monovolume architecture + design, stands amidst green slopes and lush woods, representing a connection between the surrounding natural environment and the essence of the company itself.
The constantly expanding Durst Group AG has found its ideal home thanks to the ingenuity and creativity of the South Tyrolean architect Othmar Barth. The challenge was twofold: to expand the existing building while preserving its integrity and to create a new space that would blend harmoniously with the pre-existing structure. In this process, an architectural work was born that looks like rippling pixelated white water, resulting in a marriage of tradition and modernity.
The central element of this construction is a sculptural tower that stands out towards the sky. This element, initially suggested in Barth's original drawings, has been reinterpreted through a contemporary and organic perspective. This sculptural tower is not only a visual landmark, but also represents the company's constant growth and innovation, embodying its aspiration to reach new heights.
The building facade, like a white protective wing, embraces the entire structure and flows from horizontal to vertical in seamless visual harmony. This interplay between shapes and geometries recalls Durst Group AG's status as a leading manufacturer of high-performance printing systems. The 850 pixel-shaped windows that adorn the facade are a tribute to the art of printing and the technological innovation that the company represents.
The link between nature and architecture is also reflected inside the building. The ground floor houses the entrance area which elegantly connects with the existing structure. The offices are developed on the upper floors, while the new building respectfully distinguishes itself from the work of Barth, creating an atmosphere of relaxation for the staff with a roof garden. The abundant natural light that filters through the large windows offers breathtaking views of the majestic surrounding Dolomites, integrating the beauty of the landscape within the work environment.
The harmony between the sculptural exterior and the organic interior is reflected in every detail of the architecture and furnishings. This synergy gives the project a unique soul and an aesthetic coherence that transforms the building into a total work of art.
With this creation, monovolume architecture + design has redefined the standards of corporate architecture, creating a place that not only hosts the activity of Durst Group AG, but shapes its identity. The team's vision and commitment have created a space where art, technology and the natural environment blend harmoniously, inspiring all who gaze upon this architectural marvel.
Monovolume architecture + design
Founded in 2003 by Patrik Pedó and Jury Pobitzer, monovolume architecture + design is an interdisciplinary architecture and design studio with roots in South Tyrol. The synergy between the two founders, trained at the University of Innsbruck, gave birth to a company that embraces renovation projects, new buildings, exhibition and product design. Their new headquarters in Bolzano is the tangible demonstration of their dedication to innovation and design, a place where creative ideas and architectural vision take shape.
project info
Client: Durst Group AG
Address: Via Julius Durst, 4, 39042 Brixen BZ
End building site: 2019
Total surface area: 27.334 m2
Total volume: 158.461 m3
Volume of new construction: 158.461 m3
Categories: Workspaces / Headquarters
Status: Completed
Award: 2021 BIGSEE Architecture Award 2021, winner, architecture category, 2020, The Plan Award #Shortlisted
Staff: Federico Beckmann, Alessandro Sassi, Diego Preghenella, Giorgia Vernareccio, Barbara Waldboth, Silvio Grasso
Concept credits/Plan credits/Rendering credits/3Dmodel credits: architecture+design minivan
Photo Credits
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Paul Riolzi: https://paoloriolzi.com/
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Nachbar Rolf: https://www.nachbar.de/
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