The proposal for the new city center of Klaksvik by studio BÄNG and Sebastian Schroeter focuses on the center’s ability to work when public life can be guaranteed at any weather condition. The key task is to create a clearly composed city center. Going ahead from this parameter, a center is created that is not only formal but also functionally designed. The value of this concept is even stronger, when the urban sprawl around the new center increases in density. In contrast to the powerful but silent inner town square. More images and architects’ description after the break.
The city’s hillsides, which are relatively well protected are cultivated because of the strong wind channel which is formed due to the topography of the island. With their given situation, the issue of being protected means especially in the case of stormy winds closing. But closing is obstructive for the establishment and functioning of a city center. Taking a closer look at the disjoint and split structure of the city, it becomes clear that the city center will only be able to be recognized by a structural contrast. A ring contains all functions of everyday life and protects the heart including functions that need to be sheltered to offer a lively city.
