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[architecture] Afghan Cultural Centre 24/24 (Final)

March 12, 2017March 1, 2015Nicholas Buccalo

In the aerial view, one can clearly see the ‘fingers stretching into the landscape’ that was part of our compositional theme…

[architecture] Afghan Cultural Centre 23/24

February 12, 2017March 10, 2015Nicholas Buccalo

Construction Landscape Fill: Because of the excessive waste fill that will be generated during construction, Read more →

[architecture] Afghan Cultural Centre 22/24

January 12, 2017March 10, 2015Nicholas Buccalo

entranceHandicap Access Attitude: We believe that every space should be accessible by everyone, and that an architectural concept should not be

[architecture] Afghan Cultural Centre 19/24

October 12, 2016March 10, 2015Nicholas Buccalo

Summer/Winter: The main exterior circular form surrounding the auditorium, called the exterior atrium, has hanging banners during the summer to provide shade which can be removed during the winter months, or changed depending on the venue…

[architecture] Afghan Cultural Centre 18/24

September 12, 2016March 10, 2015Nicholas Buccalo

In the classrooms, there are two ‘floor to ceiling’ windows to allow students to take in the views, but positioned to both not be a distraction during class and to allow natural light to graze the two end walls, maximizing the interior illumination… Read more →

[architecture] Afghan Cultural Centre 1/24

February 28, 2015March 5, 2015Nicholas Buccalo

One human standing on this earth can change the world.
Together, we can change everything for the better of all.

The site location: With a commanding peninsula overlooking the entire valley, this site lends itself to making the most of these spectacular views… Read more →