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Stuttgart Casino
New forecourt with umbrella roof
Stuttgart’s Spielbank casino wanted to mark its 20th birthday by giving the forecourt a new look: a contemporary eyecatcher that gives visitors an idea of what to expect inside. SL Rasch designed a spectacular 14-metre-high wall of gold-coated stainless steel panels that was implemented in collaboration with the firm Design-to-Production. In front of it stands a circular membrane roof supported by a central mast – and inspired by Arne Jacobsen’s iconic mushroom-like petrol station from the 1930s. The faceted stainless steel element at the lower end of the funnel-shaped umbrella triggers associations with a diamond. At night, 18 integrated LED lights bathe the forecourt and membrane in a pleasant light. The exposed concrete furnishings under the canopy provide an elegant and comfortable outdoor seating area for breaks between games.
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In keeping with Robert Venturi’s 1972 motto “Learning from Las Vegas”, the goal was to bring a hint of American casino glamour to the Stuttgart establishment using relatively simple means.](https://www.sl-rasch.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/U83_Neu.jpg)
In keeping with Robert Venturi’s 1972 motto “Learning from Las Vegas”, the goal was to bring a hint of American casino glamour to the Stuttgart establishment using relatively simple means.