Administrative Building of the Schweizerische Isola Werke, Brekienbach Switzerland

Abstract

This is an administrative building, which can accommodate 110 offices, of 1.80 x 6.00 ms, and has four storeys and a basement. It has been built on a sloping site, which enhances its functional possibilities. A modular system of design has been adopted, based on the distance of 1.80 ms, which provides great flexibility to adopt the building to uncertain future requirements. The same criterion has been followed as regards the installations: each module is independent and has its own services. The partitions between the various offices are movable, and can be positioned as required. The external aspect is simple and follows a cube pattern. The architects have attempted to express, through the appearance from without, the diversity of functions that are undertaken within. This they have been successful in achieving, without letting the observer forget that the exterior and the interior constitute an integrated whole.