Case Study: Flexible Space Structures in Educational Buildings
Universities increasingly seek flexible, inspirational spaces that support collaboration, adaptability, and sustainability—making space structures an ideal choice. A standout example is the award-winning modular study pavilion at Braunschweig Technical University . Braunschweig’s Study Pavilion: A Practice in Lightweight Flexibility Designed by Gustav Düsing and Max Hacke, this pavilion is a prefabricated kit of parts that champions circular construction with modular, reconfigurable space. Completed on a modest budget (~€5.2 M), it won the 2023 EU Mies Award for its adaptable, disassemblable design , and serves as a communal hub on campus. The structure is composed of lightweight steel frame modules, easily assembled and reassembled. Open-plan layout, accessible from multiple sides, with movable partitions and simple finishes. Celebrates modularity and ease of future reuse, aligning with sustainable campus strategies. How Space Structures Add Value in Educa...