0069 | Trnava, SLOVAKIA

PROCESS

As explained by Christopher Alexander in ‘’Notes on the synthesis of Form’’, who approaches a problem, is faced with all possible variables. If you attempt to use all at the same time, you could not define a suitable shape in a reasonable time.

Our method started with an accurate research on the main characters and tangible criteria that forged the context. However, this process landed on a definition of a system, which we believe can host intangible criteria such as sense of community and lifestyle, by taking in account the socio-economical aspect of the contemporary life.

The historical centre, which could date back as far as the late 9th century, is making Trnava one of the oldest towns in Slovakia. Our concept came from the desire to refer to the character of it, reinterpret these criteria according to the needs of people.

The 139 hectares have been therefore divided in four districts, each one with a different character: entertainment, business hub, touristic and sport.

Trnava Quarter reflects the contemporary needs of a city, destined to become a new European attraction for visitors, business industries and new dwellers around the globe. The centre of the city itself, reinterpret them according to the needs of contemporary life and with an eye to the future, and bring them back into the lot.