Case Study

Modernisation of the Wybrzeże Theatre
Architect
Pracownia Autorska Warsztat Architektury Krzysztofa Kozłowskiego
Localisation

Św. Ducha Gdańsk Poland

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Wybrzeże Theatre in Gdańsk is a building with a rich history. It was constructed on the site of the former Municipal Theatre, originally built in 1801, rebuilt in the 1930s, and destroyed towards the end of World War II. The distinctive modernist structure, characterised by large glazed surfaces that allow passers-by to look into the foyer, lost much of its value in terms of safety, comfort, and aesthetics after more than fifty years of use. As a result, it required renovation to make the building more modern while preserving its classic form.

CHALLENGES

Preserving the characteristic structure with large glazed surfaces and combining aesthetics with functionality using glass that fits harmoniously into the surrounding environment.

SOLUTIONS IMPLEMENTED

The glazing installed on the façade of the modernised Wybrzeże Theatre in Gdańsk is made of tempered, solar control glass with additional thermal insulation properties. This solution ensures a high level of comfort in the space across three key dimensions: optimal daylight illumination of interiors, safety, and maintaining an appropriate temperature both in summer and winter. The use of COOL-LITE® XTREME 70/33 II solar control glass, with its high light transmission (LT) factor, ensures interiors are well-lit with natural daylight. The triple silver coating on the glass, which is responsible for the low solar factor (g), prevents overheating of the interiors, reducing the need for energy-consuming air conditioning during the summer. Additionally, the use of PLANITHERM® XN® II glass with excellent thermal insulation properties results in lower energy requirements for heating during the winter months.

Glass solutions used:

  • COOL-LITE® XTREME 70/33 II on extra-clear DIAMANT® glass

  • Low-emissivity PLANITHERM® XN II on extra-clear DIAMANT® glass

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