The Eindhoven Design Academy moves to the South East of Eindhoven. Exaggerated concrete mushrooms columns define the appearance of the volume and simultaneously its inner space. The rigid, solid and impressive structure on the ground floor is in tension with the Eindhoven Design Academy, being very creative and free. The strict rhythmic concrete structure is the guidance for creative innovation. Every creative mind must be guided by certain guidelines. Here, these guidelines are geometric. The columns also make the beholder feel subdued; hence creating a safe space for students to experiment and discover. A true way to accommodate chaos. A clear hierarchy was established in the structure. Concrete is used throughout the building to establish the worn, dystopian and rigid presence of the building.

Student: Britt Kusters
Tutor: Jan Schevers