Urban square with historical and modern buildings, people walking, and tram lines overhead.

A busy urban square with a mix of historical and modern architecture. People are walking across the street, and there are tram lines overhead. The buildings feature a variety of architectural styles, including a historic building with a clock tower and a modern building with a unique facade.

Exterior view of a commercial building with large glass windows, revealing a bakery inside. A woman and child walk by, and a bicycle is parked outside.
Aerial view of a monochromatic architectural model showing a commercial building and surrounding streets.
Architectural site plan of Centralbahnplatz in Basel, depicting buildings, roads, and surrounding areas.
Architectural elevation drawing showing a commercial building flanked by two other buildings. The central building features a grid-like facade with curved elements, while the adjacent buildings have more traditional architectural styles.
Elevation drawing showing a multi-story commercial building with labeled floors, situated between two other buildings.
Floor plan of a commercial building with labeled rooms including storage, archives, and utility areas.
Floor plan of a commercial building at Centralbahnplatz, Basel, featuring detailed interior layout with labeled rooms and furniture arrangement.
Floor plan showing office spaces, meeting rooms, and common areas in a commercial building.
Architectural floor plan showing office layout with desks, meeting tables, plants, and terraces.
Floor plan of a commercial building with labeled rooms and terraces.
Section drawing of a multi-story building showing interior layouts with furniture and human figures.
Architectural drawing showing a section and elevation of a commercial building with detailed construction notes.

Story

A competition proposal redefining Basel's urban commercial landscape Fiechter & Salzmann Architekten's competition entry for the Centralbahnplatz Commercial Building in Basel aims to integrate seamlessly into the urban fabric while offering a modern commercial space. The design reflects a careful consideration of the site's context, with a focus on enhancing the pedestrian experience and urban connectivity.

Design Highlights

A facade that interacts dynamically with the surrounding urban environment. Integration of sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems. Flexible interior spaces designed to accommodate various commercial uses. Emphasis on natural light and ventilation to improve indoor environmental quality.

Key Facts
Location Basel, Switzerland
Architect Fiechter & Salzmann
Status Competition
Program Commercial
Region Basel-Stadt

Technical Summary

Finishes

  • Facade: Grid-like facade with curved elements.

Materials

  • Glass — Facade windows
  • Wood — Interior beams and shelves

Construction / Systems

  • Not specified

Products

  • Not specified

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: Not specified
  • Lighting: Not specified

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