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Integrated Sound Stage Crafted From Reclaimed Wood and Plywood in Akniste Forest

Authors:
Ralf Gabriel Saade, Gabriel Piers F Eccles, Leopoldo Pardo Blanco, Leo Kauntz Moderini
Integrated Sound Stage Crafted From Reclaimed Wood and Plywood in Akniste Forest

Project in-detail

Crafted with reclaimed wood and lacquered plywood, the sound stage in the Akniste forest enhances natural acoustics, inviting performers and audiences to engage with the surrounding environment through immersive auditory experiences.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed using reclaimed wooden palettes, promoting sustainability.
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The modular seating arrangement allows flexible audience engagement.
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Acoustic feedback system amplifies natural forest sounds.
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Roof design features a folded configuration for enhanced aesthetics.
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Positioned to create an immersive sound environment in the forest.
The Sansusi Sound Sculpture is an architectural project located in Akniste, Latvia. This design serves as a performance venue that merges the elements of architecture, sound, and nature. It provides a platform for artistic expression and interaction with the forest's natural acoustics. The overall concept revolves around the integration of recorded and ambient sounds from the surrounding environment, emphasizing how architecture can amplify and enhance the relationship between the audience and nature.

The primary function of the Sansusi Sound Sculpture is to act as a sound stage, offering performances that draw on the auditory landscape of the Akniste forest. Performers can utilize the unique acoustic features of the space to deliver engaging presentations, while the surrounding natural sounds contribute to the overall experience. The design encourages interaction, inviting audiences to have both a visual and auditory connection with the natural world.

The architectural design features several important components that highlight its functionality and aesthetic appeal. The seating arrangement is modular, allowing for flexibility in layout and an open atmosphere that enhances viewer engagement. The design incorporates reclaimed wooden palettes, creating seating that not only serves a purpose but integrates sustainably with the forest environment.

Unique design approaches of this project include the dual stage configuration, which accommodates more dynamic performance styles and allows for an exploration of sound. This configuration focuses on acoustics, utilizing an acoustic feedback system that captures and amplifies the forest's ambient sounds, creating a rich auditory experience. The roof structure, made from lacquered birch plywood, features folded configurations supported by galvanized steel, ensuring both visual appeal and structural integrity.

In summary, the Sansusi Sound Sculpture represents a thoughtful integration of architecture and nature, using sound as a medium to foster an immersive environment. Those interested in exploring architectural plans, architectural sections, and architectural designs are encouraged to review the project presentation for a deeper understanding of its unique features and design ideas.
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