AŽMANOVA PREDAVALNICA / AŽMAN LECTURE HALL

Slovenija, Ljubljana

2020-2021

interier / interior: Tina Rugelj, Maja Laurence

foto / photo: Janez Marolt

Ažmanova predavalnica in delovni hub, Kemijski inštitut 

Prenova Ažmanove predavalnice na Kemijskem inštitutu je izhajala iz želje po ustvarjanju sodobnega delovnega okolja za mlade raziskovalce – prostora, ki spodbuja sodelovanje, izmenjavo idej in neformalna srečanja. Nekdanja predavalnica se je preobrazila v odprt delovni hub, namenjen skupnemu delu, učenju in povezovanju znanstvene skupnosti.

Ključni izziv projekta je bil doseči izrazito prostorsko preobrazbo z minimalnimi posegi. Namesto večjih gradbenih intervencij smo se osredotočili na premišljeno opremo, akustiko, barvo in identiteto prostora. Osrednji element predstavlja stenska poslikava po ilustraciji Martine Hribar, ki črpa navdih iz sveta molekul, znanstvenih shem in raziskovalnih procesov. Igriva grafična interpretacija prostoru daje prepoznavno identiteto ter ustvarja neposredno povezavo z dejavnostjo inštituta.

Barvna paleta se iz poslikave nadaljuje v pohištvu in delovnih mestih, medtem ko oblazinjene predelne omare združujejo funkcijo shranjevanja in zvočne absorpcije ter izboljšujejo pogoje za koncentrirano delo v odprtem prostoru. V obstoječe stene so integrirane police, omare in servisni elementi, ki ohranjajo preglednost prostora in zmanjšujejo vizualni šum.

Pomemben del prenove predstavljata tudi vnos zelenja in oblikovanje niše za posedanje, branje ter neformalne pogovore. Rastline in naravna svetloba ustvarjajo prijetnejšo mikroklimo, niša pa omogoča spontane izmenjave idej, ki so pogosto ključni del raziskovalnega procesa.

Projekt je obsegal tudi širšo posodobitev delovnega okolja Kemijskega inštituta, vključno s prenovo vhodne vratarnice, sistema kontrole dostopa, nadstreška za kolesa in strehe objekta. S premišljeno uporabo barve, grafike, akustičnih elementov in zelenja je nastalo sodobno delovno okolje, ki podpira sodelovanje, ustvarjalnost in neformalno izmenjavo znanja ter deluje kot odprta platforma za raziskovanje, srečevanje in povezovanje znanstvene skupnosti.

/ Ažman Lecture Hall and Work Hub, National Institute of Chemistry

 The renovation of the Ažman Lecture Hall at the National Institute of Chemistry was driven by the ambition to create a contemporary working environment for young researchers—a space that encourages collaboration, knowledge exchange and informal interaction. The former lecture hall was transformed into an open work hub designed for focused work, learning and community building.

A key challenge of the project was achieving a significant spatial transformation through minimal intervention. Rather than relying on extensive construction work, the design focused on furniture, acoustics, colour and spatial identity. The focal point of the space is a large-scale mural based on an illustration by Martina Hribar, inspired by the world of molecules, scientific diagrams and research processes. Its playful visual language gives the space a distinctive identity while establishing a direct connection to the institute’s scientific activities.

The colour palette extends from the mural into the furniture and workstations, while upholstered storage partitions combine storage and sound absorption, improving acoustic comfort within the open-plan environment. Shelving, storage units and service elements are integrated into existing walls, maintaining visual clarity and reducing clutter.

The introduction of greenery and the creation of an informal seating niche were equally important parts of the renovation. Plants and natural light contribute to a healthier and more welcoming atmosphere, while the seating area encourages spontaneous conversations and the exchange of ideas that often lie at the heart of scientific research.

The project also included a broader upgrade of the institute’s working environment, encompassing the renovation of the entrance reception area, access-control system, bicycle shelter and building roof. Through the thoughtful use of colour, graphics, acoustic elements and greenery, the project created a contemporary workspace that supports collaboration, creativity and informal knowledge exchange while serving as an open platform for research, interaction and community within the scientific environment.