Philipp-Soldan-Forum Frankenberg (Eder)

Firm LocationFrankfurt Am Main, Germany
CompanyIan Shaw Architekten bda riba
Lead ArchitectIan Mark Shaw Architekt BDA RIBA
Design TeamShaw Architects BDA RIBA Frankfurt on the Main Project manager: Ian Shaw Collaborators: Moritz Powik , Tizian Borzaga Structural Einginner : Engineering office Nolte GmbH, Building Services : Energieart GbR, Electronic systems: Harald Hilbert Acoustics: Vladimir Szynajowski, s-acoustics Fire protection planning : IBS Rauschenberg
ClientCity of Frankenberg (Eder) Germany

The Phillip Soldan Forum has been completely renovated, with large skylights bringing daylight into each of the three halls, saving energy previously used for lighting. . The flowing, demountable timber acoustic ceiling visually connects the halls, dramatically improving acoustic performance, while integrating building services All public areas are accessible , underfloor induction circuits assist the hearing impaired. The ceilings are angular rather than round to harmonies with the existing building geometry. The design is driven by removing existing as well as adding new elements.