We had the distinct pleasure to interview award winning designer Polina Nozdracheva about their original and creative Equestrian sport center design work. Polina Nozdracheva is an award-winning architectural designer, that makes our world a better place with their original equestrian sport center works.
Polina Nozdracheva ("PN") answered Design Interview ("DI") questions about their award-winning work Equitorus Equestrian sport center. Interview questions prepared by Frank Scott.
PN : The natural environment and the unique history of the neighboring villages predetermined the integrated approach in the formation of the concept of urban development. In the one project it was necessary to immediately solve three tasks: functional, ecological and cultural identity. Separate buildings of the complex, picturesquely scattered on the site by type of irregular layout of Russian manor, in fact, clearly fit into the rigid scheme of the functional zoning. The silhouettes of the pitched roofs of different heights and lengths look organically at the background of the forest close to its picturesque mass of tree crowns. Wooden trim of the facades emphasizes the connection of the new construction and the surrounding landscape.
PN : Architectural composition of the object is characterized by its particular function and natural environment. In the conditions dictated by strict and very specific regulatory requirements, the author of the concept lacked the possibility to freely manipulate the free volumes. Therefore, the color was selected as the primary means of expression. The main idea has been realized through the facade rhythmically organized geometric decor. The object is perceived as a contrast object in relation to the natural environment, and structuring the monotonous landscape, it assigns him the role of the natural background. It seems as if someone had spread the colorful homespun mat on the ground. The huge glass planes work on the contrasts, emphasizing the arches end facades and connecting the interior with the exterior together.
PN : The very participation and, even more so - an award in such a prestigious international competition for the company - it is a confirmation of professionalism and a sign of quality of our works, it’s a great achievement and a significant step forward for the whole team. That is a good opportunity for new projects for a world.
PN : First stage (general plan) - 2005-2007, Second stage (main building of the complex) - 2007-2009, Third stage (infrastructure) - 2013-2015.
PN : It was the client order to design such functional complex who is the professional sportsmen (rider).
PN : This project is already built and, of course, we were involved at the construction process with project following. This project is unique and we can not to do the copy of it. But some technological aspects are useful in the other projects with such functional goal.
PN : Equitorus designed and built according to customer under the contract.
PN : For the main indoor arena used long-span wooden structures from glued wood.
PN : Equestrian center built for professional horse riders in Olympic sports, and also for fans who are interested in horses come to ride horses and spend time with the whole family.
PN : Speaking of stables, in my head the image appears quite utilitarian object for agricultural purposes. This example is really a multi-functional sustainable equestrian sports complex, where the architectural design reveals a completely different theme of design and construction of equestrian facilities, identifying the uniqueness of such structures.
PN : The title of the complex was creating the client. Everything is very simple. EquitoRus means the following: "Equi" - part of the word equestrian, "toRus" - means "for Russia".
PN : Because the object is directly connected with technology, it takes much time to thoroughly study this matter, taking into account the technological and sustainable aspects of the creation of such unique complexes.
PN : The idea is giving an emotionally saturated image for a purely utilitarian object.
PN : A very big help in creating this project was the customer, since she is himself a professional athlete equestrian sport. So the category of "Technology" directly discussed, decided and approved with the customer. It is also very productive work has been with a specialized company for designing and construction of long-span structures from laminated timber.
PN : Section "Technology" - is the main topic for such project (meaning - equestrian complex). Technological issues needed to be addressed at the stage of urban design development and the design of the complex and further - to create all interior parts.
PN : Geo-technical investigations, engineering and design calculations, environmental studies and sustainability were performed within the framework of the development and construction of Equitorus.
PN : Initially the biggest issue was the study of the topic in order to create an object that will meet all international requirements for construction and operation of the equestrian center.
PN : I was invited to participate in the contest official letter from your organization after awarding this project as Leisure Architecture in Great Britain.
PN : Extensive experience in design and construction of these unique objects ranging from a town-planning concept of the development master plan, construction of specialized buildings and equipment specialized equipment with all engineering and technological requirements. Today in the corporate portfolio ALPN is more than 20 of such facilities.
PN : The key areas of activity and socio-occupational importance to design and implement Equestrian Center Equitorus were realized and, I guess, quite successful. Today Equitorus is one of the most popular equestrian sport complexes in Russia, where at the highest professional level competitions year round, including in the Olympic disciplines.
