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The “Centar Kaptol” was opened at the end of 1990s in Kaptol, the historic center of Zagreb. The center, originally an old hat factory with two additional extensions, was relatively well positioned in the 1990s. However, the mistakes in architectural solutions resulted in a decline in visitor frequency. At the beginning of 2018, Austrian property specialist Supernova acquired Centar Kaptol. BEHF Architects has been commissioned to modernise the existing property in the high-quality urban district of Zagreb and convert it into an inviting place.  The design strategy is to develop a new spatial structure and create a novel look for the forecourts of the center. Due to somewhat unconventional layout of the rooms and pathway on the ground... More

WALKWAYS AND SQUARES CONSTRUCTED USING “MADE-TO-MEASURE” DRENOLIET SLABS ”The choice of DNS Drenoliet® slabs on spacer pads as the construction system was based on technical reasons as there were no indoor flooring materials that could satisfy the preconditions set on open-air areas. And to comply faithfully with the solution chosen by our client we worked closely with the Dutch research department of ZOONTJENS in order to define the technical and aesthetic characteristics of the slabs and ensure their correct application.” Yves Simon, architect DGLa The requirements The architecture of the building created by the agencies Design International and DGLa, draws its inspiration from both Greek mythology (Homer's O... More