∄(K41) 

The club is a large-scale reconstruction of a 150-year-old brewery, spread between several existing buildings and additional new structures on an area of 10000 sqm and multiple levels. Transformed from ruins into a large modern venue for entertainment and beyond. The club, with its policies, embodies liberal values that resonate strongly in Eastern Europe's current social and political climate. Notably, the club enforces a strict no-photography policy.

The venue features multiple stages and dancefloors, exhibition spaces, bars, a café, outdoor areas, and a workspace for the team. The capacity of the venue is up to several thousand visitors.

The architectural transformation skillfully blends preservation with innovation. The original roofs and ceilings were reconstructed, while the remaining historic brickwork was carefully restored to maintain the brewery's character.

Multiple new structures and elements, including pathways, staircases, and connecting zones, were added to improve functionality and enhance the layout. Custom steel, glass, and concrete components were integrated into the design, giving the venue a modern edge while respecting its historical context.

Advanced acoustics and sound were the core elements of the project, ensuring exceptional sound quality throughout. 

Project: ∄(K41)

Client: ∄(K41), Studio Karhard

Location: Kyiv, Ukraine

Year: 2018-2020

Status: Built

area:  indoor - 7000m² , outdoor - 3000m²  

Team

Conceptual Design: Thomas karsten, Alexandra Erhard
Design and Execution: Valya zaytseva, Nikita Marykov
Design and Drawings: Jannick Naumann
Visualisations: Jule Kuhn Weidler , Anna Liu
Measurements and Plans: Fabian Herzig , Lutz Kneissl 

Position: Senior Interior Architect