Poznan

Time of construction: 04.2005-09.2006
Area: 4,520 square meters
Cubage: 16,725 cubic meters
General contractor: HOCHTIEF Polska Branch in Poznan
Investor: Academy of Music of Ignacy Jan Paderewski

Characterisation: The “Aula Nova” concert hall is located in Sw. Marcin (St. Martin) Avenue, one of the oldest routes in Poznan, famous for numerous historical landmarks of the city. The building meets the highest acoustic standards and can accommodate an audience of approx. 540. The scope of work also included the construction of a recording studio, lecture rooms as well as technical and staff facilities.

The building is also a perfect venue for cultural and artistic events for the Music Academy as well as for the entire region of Wielkopolska.

Awards:
– In 2006 the project won the “Construction of the Year” title in the Public buildings category, in contest organized by the Polish Association of Construction Engineers and Technicians (PZiTB)
– “Golden Drill” in the Public buildings category in the “Platinum Drill” competition organized by Robert Bosch (2006)