RE: architecture preserves informality in cyprus college of art refurbishment concept

the conceptual extension and refurbishment of the ‘cyprus college of art’ is a fitting project for decentralized studio RE: architecture. both school and firm were founded on unconventional thought, providing a necessary escape from the at times confining nature of institutional understanding and approach.

‘cyprus college of art’ designed by RE: architecture 
images © RE: architecture

in keeping with the school’s informal nature, architectural design is conceived not as new, but as continuation. organic, evolving, RE: architecture offers an emancipated environment where visiting artists can truly surpass the limitations of day-to-day production. the ‘cyprus college of art’ retains its localized feel, with additions subtle and bearing an expressive quality like that of the individuals it hosts.

a ‘lemba’ wall dips and weaves through the site, offering a blank canvas for artist intervention

residential buildings

artists’ studio interior

east elevation 

west elevation

art school plan

residential plan

site plan

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edited by: nick brink | designboom