The winning proposal for the multi-sports complex in the city of Antony, France responds to the strong political will of a new urban ambition for the neighborhood. The context is heterogeneous linear collective housing on one side and unique botanical heritage of the Park on the other. Designed by Archi5 + Tecnova Architecture, this project includes a theme for each function including gathering, meeting, sports activities, and events. This becomes evident in all aspects of the building at all levels. More images and architects’ description after the break.
The building makes its own vocabulary of public space and complements the urban landscape elements, imprinting a new impulse to the site. It becomes an attractive landmark for residents throughout the neighborhood. The project sharpens the curiosity and the mystery. It is the choice of this mineral form, fractured largest monolith: a precious and mysterious rock placed in the landscape, which contrast and fits the context. This magnetic block, like a nugget copper hues is framed greenery.
