In downtown Leonberg, Germany, there exists one cafeteria nestled between two schools. This shared canteen is called Mensa Leonberg, and was the brainchild of SOMAA of Struttgart architects and Guido Dongus.
Connecting three existing buildings, the Mensa Leonberg is an architectural stunner with an undulating facade with strips of vertical columns. According to the architects, the Mensa Leonberg creates "a cohesive link between the two schools while also designating itself as a central meeting place."
Implications - The strange cafeteria is built with interior materials that create the special zones. Black bands which imitate the building's strange shape and cylindrical aluminum tubes with varying dynamics are among several physical properties that contribute to the unique nature of this room.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Undulating Architecture
- Architects are experimenting with undulating facades in their designs, presenting opportunities for new types of buildings and structures.
- Multi-use Facilities
- Shared spaces like the Mensa Leonberg present an opportunity to create more multi-use facilities for schools and businesses alike.
- Customized Interior Design
- Interior materials can be customized to create unique and special zones within a building or facility.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Architecture
- The architecture industry can explore the use of undulating facades and other unique design elements in their projects.
- Education
- The education industry can benefit from more shared spaces and multi-use facilities, like the Mensa Leonberg.
- Interior Design
- The interior design industry can offer customized solutions for creating special zones within a building or facility.
