“Place of Passage” is situated in a clearing surrounded by a dense forest. The design focuses on creating a connection between the built environment and nature. Utilizing the concept of thresholds, it symbolizes transitions between different spaces. The project draws inspiration from traditional barn structures found in rural Latvia, merging cultural elements with contemporary design.

Thresholds as Central Elements
The central feature is a long horizontal passage that acts as both a connector and a divider. It frames views of the forest while guiding visitors through the site. This passage leads users from the wide-open clearing into the thicker, more intimate forest. The design emphasizes the importance of transitional spaces and how they affect the visitor experience.

Spatial Interactions and Community Engagement
The layout includes areas for gatherings and camping, highlighting a goal of fostering social interaction and community. By incorporating communal spaces, the design encourages shared experiences among visitors while placing them within the natural setting. This arrangement promotes exploration of both the clearing and the forest, helping people appreciate their different aspects.

Materiality and Tactile Experience
An important element of the design is the use of rough wooden logs that form part of the passage. This choice connects closely with nature and adds a tactile, sensory aspect to the experience. The logs convey a sense of timelessness, reminding users of the deep relationship between architecture and the environment.

Visual Dynamics and Contextual Integration
As visitors walk through the passage, they notice the contrast between the open sky and the thick woods. This enhances the feelings of fullness and emptiness. The design creates a blend of built form and natural surroundings. It invites users to engage with the wilderness, enriching their experience through the act of exploration and movement.

Rough wooden logs, weathered by time, form shaded alcoves that offer places for rest and thought, connecting practical use with nature's quiet beauty.