PUBLIC CENTER

After the reconstruction the building’s volume doubled – 3 stories were added, so the public center’s volume became to look like a cube. Pattern on the hinged perforated façade relates to the geology of the region. An original drawing is a stylized sequence of the oil-containing layers of the Almetyevsk ledge, which also refers to a corporate identity of “Tatneft”. Therec is a volume of panoramic glazing behind the hinged façade, which is illuminated during evening and night-time. The game of light and shadow seen through the pattern of the façade’s panels gives an illusion of theatre’s decorations. Interiors of public zones are open spaces filled with light. These spaces easily adopt for different scenarios – halls, cafeteria, exhibitions in front of the concert hall. There are used shades of white and grey mostly, tones of natural wood as well as colour accents. On the first floor exhibitional space is located. It tells a story of tatar nation, geographical and industrial significance of the territory, related to the region’s development and history of the company “Tatneft”. There is a caffee with entrance to the park in the atrium space on the first floor. On the second floor, there is a scientific-entertaining center with elements of a technological-scientific exhibition. On the third floor there is a linguistic center with classes and other educational facilities. On the fourth floor there is a hall for permanent exhibitions.