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.

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‘cyprus college of art’ designed by RE: architecture 
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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.

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

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residential buildings

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artists’ studio interior

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east elevation 

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west elevation

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art school plan

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residential plan

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site plan

 

 

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edited by: nick brink | designboom