kit: Sports Hall, Steinach - best architects 27

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Sports Hall, Steinach

best architects 27

public buildings

Place

Steinach, Switzerland

Photos

Till Forrer

Description

The triple sports hall integrates naturally into the rural context through its stepped volumes. The hall was constructed adjacent to the existing structure, while the foyer with changing rooms is built onto the existing civil defence facility – a resource-conscious approach that strengthens sustainability. The stepped façade mediates between the new building and its surroundings, creating a clear architectural identity. The orthogonal arrangement toward the school ensemble defines a precisely framed playground with a clear edge. Staircase and canopy form a distinctive entrance that combines arrival and lingering. The external spaces are simply and functionally organised, reinforcing the overall structural logic. Internally, the centrally organised, light-filled foyer forms the spatial backbone. It provides direct access to all functions and opens views into the hall. Integrated ancillary spaces and the open spectator gallery create clarity, spatial depth and a clear hierarchy. The construction follows sustainable principles: a robust concrete plinth for intensive uses is combined with an upper timber structure that creates a warm atmosphere and reduces embodied energy. The reuse of the civil defence structure and a photovoltaic system further enhance sustainability. Strategically placed openings ensure well-balanced daylighting and high spatial quality.