Wiesenbachsaal hall, primary school and parsonage, Schlins

This ensemble represented just one of a series of informal public spaces, but its isolated location meant that it was not entrusted with additional functions. The two distinct building structures are a reminder of the Wiesenbachsaal’s dual-purpose nature, with an “everyday” gable roof encompassing the timber structure that features a plastered base for the foyer, cloakrooms, training rooms and library. Its exterior wall noticeably recedes in front of the foyer so as to create a covered entrance area. The all-round corridor, which provides space for the gymnastics equipment and chairs, also offers access to the open climbing walls. A barrel roof with visible trusses arcs high above. Finally, the elegantly designed bar in the cellar is a charming feature that harks back to the sophisticated Viennese bar and restaurant culture of the 1990s.

Designers: Markus Koch, Michael Loudon, 1983