BORD wins 1st prize for the design of the Aquaticum water park in Debrecen
Architecture studio BORD has completed its concept for the Aquaticum water park in Debrecen, Hungary. Rather than competing with other aquatic installations, the project strives to create something new and unique by integrating water and flora on horizontal and vertical surfaces and installing sculptural and geometric spatial elements. swimming pools.
BORD’s design won first prize in the architectural competition for the reconstruction of the old spa in Debrecen and the creation of a new water park. City officials wanted a popular park that was not only accessible to all age groups, but also emphasized the importance of the natural environment, the spa’s connection to Debrecen and its importance as a local landmark.
the entrance to the Aquaticum water park in Debrecen, Hungary
pictures by Tamas Bujnovszky, Anna Illes
interspersed with bodies of water and green spaces
The architectural concept of BORD Studio (find out more here) focuses on the vital aspect of water as well as the surrounding forest environment. Water and flora emerge on the horizontal and vertical surfaces of the spa: the water in the pools, the lawn, the water curtains, the waterfalls and the green walls. The site’s trees wrap around the lawn of the water park, where the elements of the spa appear like mosaic stones. In the center, there is a rectangular shape of water interspersed with green spaces inspired by the surrounding forest.
The main entrance to the spa is located on the recently completed Nagyerdő promenade. The long single-storey entrance, located on the property line, connects the new pedestrian walkway and the water park like a bridge. The entrance building houses the changing rooms, restrooms, stores and a colorful food court.
the main entrance to the spa is located on the recently completed Nagyerdő Promenade
The main visual feature of the water park
The central visual element of the water park, a 196m x 26m floor area and a 12m high cuboid, welcomes visitors as they enter. This set is open on all sides and includes a 4 meter deep swimming pool, an adventure pool with a 400 meter long slide, an aquatic cave, an educational pool, a hot water pool, a relaxation area, a terrace solarium, and bars. A series of 12m high walls covered in greenery and water meander between the different uses.
The children’s water theme park is inspired by the animation “Treasure Planet” with its pirate ship sailing among the stars. There are pools for kids of all ages, including a kiddie pool, wading pool, spray park, and wave pool. There are three hot water pools, as well as a “lazy river” and a children’s theater. In total, the new spa plans to welcome visitors with a water surface of 5,624 m².
the long level entrance connects the new pedestrian walkway and the water park like a bridge
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