#Public swimming pool #Trenčianske Teplice #1936
Československá účastinná spoločnosť liečivých kúpeľov
17. novembra 297/15
914 51
Trenčianske Teplice,
Slovakia
Public transport: Hotel Flóra
Access: Public building, free entry during working hours
Today's use: open air swimming pool
Description
There are always the unspeakably beautiful facilities that match the surrounding nature. Of course, a building is always an intervention in nature, but it can also be harmonious, at least in terms of design. A former quarry on the slope of the mountain was utilised for this outdoor pool. This meant that there was a free area available. The charm of this architecture lies in the fact that it traces the curve of the slope. The south-facing location on the slope makes the spa more attractive, as guests often favour the sunny location for the pools and terraces. All the pillars make the whole construction to appear very light.
The large swimming pool is to the east. It was one of Europe's first illuminated at night for creating a special atmosphere. The largest building in the middle is used for various purposes, such as the restaurant. The large windows are the connection between the inside and the nature outside. The narrow structure with the changing rooms is to the west. In front of this are the sunbathing lawns and even further to the west are areas for children's pools.
The mix of materials emphasises the connection to nature. In addition to concrete, natural stone and wood were also used. In contrast to the colours of the forest, the building is painted in striking colours. Yellow, blue and red make the building stand out from its surroundings.
Description
There are always the unspeakably beautiful facilities that match the surrounding nature. Of course, a building is always an intervention in nature, but it can also be harmonious, at least in terms of design. A former quarry on the slope of the mountain was utilised for this outdoor pool. This meant that there was a free area available. The charm of this architecture lies in the fact that it traces the curve of the slope. The south-facing location on the slope makes the spa more attractive, as guests often favour the sunny location for the pools and terraces. All the pillars make the whole construction to appear very light.
The large swimming pool is to the east. It was one of Europe's first illuminated at night for creating a special atmosphere. The largest building in the middle is used for various purposes, such as the restaurant. The large windows are the connection between the inside and the nature outside. The narrow structure with the changing rooms is to the west. In front of this are the sunbathing lawns and even further to the west are areas for children's pools.
The mix of materials emphasises the connection to nature. In addition to concrete, natural stone and wood were also used. In contrast to the colours of the forest, the building is painted in striking colours. Yellow, blue and red make the building stand out from its surroundings.
History
It often takes energetic and imaginative people to drive projects forward. This is how Jan Topinka, the director of the spa society, succeeded in attracting renowned architects to Trenčianske Teplice. Even at the end of his time as director, he managed to get Bohuslav Fuchs to design this open-air swimming pool in the former quarry from 1935. Construction then lasted from 11 May 1936 to 10 July 1937, and it is reported that Czechoslovak President Edvard Beneš visited the baths in 1936, i.e. during the period when they were under construction.
The open-air swimming pool set standards in the European context: it adapted to nature and also entered into correspondence with it. In addition, the illuminated outdoor pool was a marketing measure to attract more visitors who could swim at night and have more fun.
The pool was in operation until 2001, after which it had to be extensively renovated. After being adapted for the present day, the original structure of the baths was taken into account.
We arrived in 2024 one day before the baths were opened. That's why we could not take pictures with the pools and the interieurs. The next trip needs to be better planned...
History
It often takes energetic and imaginative people to drive projects forward. This is how Jan Topinka, the director of the spa society, succeeded in attracting renowned architects to Trenčianske Teplice. Even at the end of his time as director, he managed to get Bohuslav Fuchs to design this open-air swimming pool in the former quarry from 1935. Construction then lasted from 11 May 1936 to 10 July 1937, and it is reported that Czechoslovak President Edvard Beneš visited the baths in 1936, i.e. during the period when they were under construction.
The open-air swimming pool set standards in the European context: it adapted to nature and also entered into correspondence with it. In addition, the illuminated outdoor pool was a marketing measure to attract more visitors who could swim at night and have more fun.
The pool was in operation until 2001, after which it had to be extensively renovated. After being adapted for the present day, the original structure of the baths was taken into account.
We arrived in 2024 one day before the baths were opened. That's why we could not take pictures with the pools and the interieurs. The next trip needs to be better planned...
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