Modern building with 'DRUCKEREI' sign and exterior staircase, surrounded by trees and people in a public square.

A modern multi-story building with a sign reading 'DRUCKEREI' on the roof, featuring a prominent exterior staircase. The building is surrounded by trees and people are visible walking and sitting in the adjacent public square.

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Architectural section drawing of a multi-story building with trees and people.
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Architectural site plan showing the layout of a mixed-use development with a public square and a shared garden.
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Architectural floor plan showing a building layout with various rooms surrounding a central garden area with trees.
Architectural floor plan featuring a central garden area surrounded by various rooms and spaces.
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Architectural section drawing of a multi-story building with detailed floor plans and surrounding landscape elements.
Architectural section drawing of a multi-story building with detailed floor plans and annotations.
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Architectural section drawing of a multi-story building with detailed annotations.
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Story

A transformative urban fragment in Solothurn The redevelopment of the former AZ Medien site in Solothurn by EM2N Architekten presents a nuanced approach to urban design, where the project is not merely an isolated architectural object but an active spatial framework. This mixed-use urban fragment is organized around two complementary outdoor spaces: a public square that engages with the city and a shared garden at its heart. Central to the design is the transformation of the existing printshop, which is retained and reworked to anchor the project both spatially and historically. This former industrial building provides a robust foundation for the site's long-term development, allowing for adaptation and everyday use over time.

## Design Highlights

Integration of a public square addressing the city A central shared garden fostering community interaction Retention and transformation of the existing printshop Emphasis on long-term adaptability and everyday use

## Key Facts

Key Aspect Detail
Location Solothurn, Switzerland
Architect EM2N Architekten
Status Competition
Program Mixed-use, Urban Design

Technical Summary

Finishes

  • Facade: Modern multi-story building with a grid-like facade and large windows.

Materials

  • Wood — Ceilings in interior spaces

Construction / Systems

  • Structural: Multi-level structure with columns and framework.

Products

  • Not specified

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: Not specified
  • Lighting: Bright and modern with large windows and skylights.

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