Quest Composite Bicycle Factory
Winner
Excellent Architecture
Architecture
Details
This new facility is dedicated to the research and production of high-end road bicycles for brands like Trek and Canyon. This LEED Gold certified facility is enclosed by laminated aluminium panels: precise detailing of the continuous facade communicates a sense of assurance and an underlying aerodynamic quality. The volume is lifted off the ground, adding a sense of lightness. Rounded corners and gentle concave curves on the elevations define a distinctive corporate identity. Shading blades on the facades interact with sunlight to accentuate the curvilinear volume. Interiors bring a sense of cleanliness befitting of a high-tech manufacturer.
The Jury‘s Statement
This factory and office building seamlessly integrates forward-thinking design with the functional demands of bicycle production. The continuous facade of laminated aluminum panels exudes security and aerodynamic elegance. The harmonious blend of rounded corners and concave curves bestows a distinctive identity upon the structure. The interior ambiance reflects the precision of a high-tech manufacturer.
