GDAT GABRIELA DIMITROVA STUDIO FOR ARCHITECTURE AND STRUCTURAL DESIGN
PROJECTS
SHORT LIST
UPCYCLING PAVILLON "GartenParkTreff”
2022 - 2024 / Kloten, Zurich
design / planning / realisation / documentation
The “Upcycling GartenParkTreff” project, located in Kloten near Zurich, encompasses two distinct yet equal project components: a social development initiative and a construction undertaking. ZHAW, as the project initiator, assumes the role of developer and representative for the Kloten community. They are responsible for communication and coordination with the residents. GDAT, on the other hand, handles various planning phases, including design, building submission, project planning, and providing guidance to the residents during the construction phase.
The building itself is designed as a one-room pavilion primarily utilizing reused materials and components. To ensure expertise in architecture, structural engineering (construction, statics, building physics, etc.), and building regulations specific to upcycling construction projects, the project development has sought the scientific and practical knowledge of GDAT and the Liechtenstein School of Architecture.
GDAT offers a range of services and research steps, including:
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Defining the project scope and gathering necessary materials.
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Developing the project and creating architectural designs.
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Securing the required building permits.
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Overseeing the construction process.
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Reflecting on the project, documenting its progress, and facilitating publication of relevant findings.
UPCYCLING PAVILLON "GartenParkTreff”
2022 - 2024 / Kloten, Zurich
design / planning / realisation / documentation
During the design phase, an algorithm was employed to assist with the creation of the facade design, which incorporated reused components such as various windows, doors, shutters, and fittings. The objectives were twofold: to achieve maximum design variability and to conduct an initial assessment of the feasibility of incorporating such algorithms into the design process.
The process involved the following stages:
Establishing the design guidelines and constraints for the tools used (10 rules)
Iterative steps of input-output modification, involving adjustments to the output rules and design based on feedback
Analyzing the outcomes and assessing the potential of the supporting tool (Grasshopper algorithm)
UPCYCLING PAVILLON "GartenParkTreff”
2022 - 2024 / Kloten, Zurich
design / planning / realisation / documentation
...and playing with the model for studying spatial dimentions and proportions ....
WIEDINGSTRASSE, ZURICH
RENOVATION OF FACADES, GARDENS AND OUTDOOR FACILITIES
2022, Zurich
Evangelisch-reformierte Kirchengemeinde Zürich
historical monument
planning / realisation / documentation
The renovation measures were limited to the restoration of an intact rainwater drainage system in the outdoor area, some measures on the building - façade, roof, some windows. The client also wanted a uniform design for the exterior of the two properties (private house and church), which are spatially connected. The technical measure was closely linked to the adaptation of the exterior design and was to be planned and implemented in one step.
The concept for the renovation of the façade and roof had to be coordinated with the monument preservation authorities and a stone restorer. Immediate measures were taken to secure the façade and a concept was presented for the subsequent complete renovation, including the roof covering, which will follow in the next two to three years.
HOUSING COMPLEX IN SCHWYZ
2022 - 2024
design / test planning / project leading
freelancer at Tilla Theus + Partner, Zurich
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With its structure, the apartment building responds to the small-scale village structure and suggests the formation of individual detached houses. Attractive apartments of varying sizes are developed on extremely narrow plots, based on the historical division of the plot. The north-facing side of the street is introverted and closed off, while the garden side has spacious balconies, loggias and windows.
HIGH RISE BUILDING COMPLEX, KLOTEN / OPFIKON
2022-2023
design / planning phases 21-32/ project leading
freelancer at Tilla Theus + Partner, Zurich
The narrow neighboring plots in Kloten and Opfikon are flanked on both long sides by two elevated transport structures - the SBB and the Glattalbahn. The planned buildings fit in parallel with the linear traffic structures so that they balance out the streamlined infrastructures and fill the gap between them. The height restriction of the flight path results in different maximum permissible heights on the buildings. The concept consciously addresses the constraints of the location and responds with buildings that respect the separation with all legal requirements on the one hand and, on the other, connects the two structures to form a whole by means of a bridge-like element across the political boundary. The basic shape of the two structures is derived from the shape of plot in Opfikon; the structure on plot in Kloten is identical to the structure on the plot in Opfikon but rotated by 180°. With the legally required distance of 3.5 m on each side, the two buildings stand at a distance from each other that takes up the orientation of Birchstrasse coming in from the north and allows views without a direct view of the neighboring rooms opposite in all directions.
Kloten-Kloten-Opfikon Highrise Building Complex-Situation
Kloten-Opfikon Highrise Building Complex-Trafic
Kloten-Opfikon Highrise Building Complex-Level -1
Kloten-Kloten-Opfikon Highrise Building Complex-Situation