Zamalin – coworking prostor

The focus of this project is the reconstruction and repurposing of a public and social building through two interconnected projects: ZAM and ZAM-co. Currently, the complex consists of ground-floor storage, local government offices on the first floor, and an attic undergoing renovation. The new design repurposes the ground floor to house archives, a pharmacy, a clinic, and an interpretation center, while the attic is transformed into a highly flexible workshop and educational space with integrated offices.

The attic, intentionally kept free of a strictly defined single purpose, is envisioned as the living room of the local community. Its primary role is to accommodate a wide variety of daily activities and provide workspaces for local associations. Residents can freely adapt the environment to their needs, making it entirely possible for the room to seamlessly transition from a classic office space to a creative workshop, an exhibition hall, and even a fitness class, all within the same day. The space remains active around the clock, functioning within the fabric of the settlement as a vibrant, Nolli-esque public realm. The architectural layout of the attic stems from a clever interpretation of local urban planning parameters, reflected in the steep 45-degree roof pitch and elongated roof dormers. This design allows the entire floor plan to be utilized at full height, while storage and utility installations are cleverly tucked into the seemingly unusable low zones near the eaves.

A distinct, house-like object is inserted into the open attic volume to provide more private areas for focused work and relaxation. The partition wall separating it from the common area integrates essential service facilities, including a kitchenette, a work niche, and restrooms. The project relies on cost-effective, honest materials; the floors feature a lightweight wooden grid topped with varnished OSB boards, the inserted object is built from plasterboard, and the ceilings are clad in colored wooden acoustic panels. Hypertrophied dormers frame expansive views of the surrounding settlement while flooding the interior with natural daylight. The inserted house volume is highlighted in a vibrant green, which contrasts sharply with the OSB, laminated wooden beams, and white joinery, further emphasizing its intentional parasitic architectural character. The base lighting relies on subtle spotlights, complemented by track lighting with movable fixtures that can be easily slid and grouped to suit any ongoing activity.