Sports hall Boskovice
_ A compact sports center. Architecture on a slope that sensitively perceives the human scale and naturally blends into the city.
The design develops the principles of the territorial study with an emphasis on the natural integration of the hall into the urban structure. The aim is not to create an isolated sports facility, but an open community center that actively shapes public space.
The main entrances and the glass-fronted bistro open directly onto the new square, thus promoting its social life. A well-thought-out system of secondary entrances logically separates the routes for athletes, the public, and supplies (south/north), ensuring smooth operation without collisions. The building thus functions as an urban-forming element—a house for sports, culture, and gatherings.
The architecture of the hall is based on the principle of compactness and horizontal layering. This division of the facades visually reduces the volume of the building and brings dynamism to it, thanks to which the hall, despite its size, retains a human scale and respect for its surroundings.
A striking feature is the use of light – the alternation of gloss and deep shadows on the facade creates a balance between monumentality and lightness. The rational mass is complemented by the geometric accents of the entrance canopies and the active use of the roof plane. The result is a calm, layered architecture that changes depending on the time of day.
The layout is based on clarity and intuitive orientation. From the central foyer, which offers immediate visual contact with the entire hall, spectators proceed directly to the barrier-free grandstand. The athletes’ activities are strictly separated – they descend through the cleaning zone to the basement to the changing rooms, climbing wall, and small hall, from where they enter the court directly.
The design makes maximum use of the space: there are storage rooms and a gym under the stands, while the second floor is home to the clubhouse and offices. An added bonus is the active roof terrace for social events, which complements the technological layer of the roof (ventilation, photovoltaic panels) with a recreational function.
