Editing Vorarlberg (section)

==== Neue Vorarlberger Bauschule and contemporary architecture ====
The [[Neue Vorarlberger Bauschule]] evolved organically the second half of the 20th century, always involving craftsmen and locals in the building process. Today, it is regarded as one of the most important pioneers of the New Alpine architecture. With the typical architecture of Vorarlberg still recognizable, it combines [[tradition]] and [[modernity]]: clean lines, glass and local wood. Its harmonious mix creates interesting contrasts as in half-timbered houses. Comfort and quality of life are important criteria. Currently, many private houses and public buildings are renovated by architects, favoring local timber and limiting energy expenditure.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book|title=Sustainable Architecture in Vorarlberg: Energy Concepts and Construction Systems|last=Dangel|first=Ulrich|publisher=Birkhäuser|year=2010|isbn=978-3034604918}}</ref> Well-known award-winning architectural projects include the [[Kunsthaus Bregenz]], [[vorarlberg museum]] in Bregenz, Michelehof Hard and Hotel Krone Hittisau.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://v-a-i.at/|title=vai|website=v-a-i.at|language=de|access-date=2018-08-11}}</ref>[[File:Vorarlberg museum in Bregenz 2.JPG|thumb|[[vorarlberg museum]] in Bregenz]]

{{Blockquote|text= Over the last thirty years [...] Vorarlberg has made a name for itself with its contemporary building culture. Widely considered a unique phenomenon throughout Europe, Vorarlberg has not only established its own regional identity, but also serves as a role model far beyond its own borders. […] The employment of innovative materials and construction principles, the integration of the latest technologies, and the development of new building products play a particularly important role. […] The harmonious collaboration between architects, craftsmen, clients, and the local authorities continues to produce new architecture which is progressive, energy-efficient, and sustainable, and has earned Vorarlberg a widely admired reputation in the international design community.|author=Ulrich Dangel (2010)|title= Sustainable Architecture in Vorarlberg: Energy Concepts and Construction Systems}}

Contemporary architecture in Vorarlberg has made a label for a demanding architecture of a fruitful confrontation between traditional construction and modern interpretation. Some examples of more recent architecture are:

[[File:North-east sight-1.JPG|thumb|The sustainable and modular LCT ONE (LifeCycle One Tower) in [[Dornbirn]]|260x260px]]

* [[vorarlberg museum]] in [[Bregenz]]: The museum by Cukrowicz Nachbaur Architekten was awarded the International Architecture Award 2014, Best Architect's Award 2014 in gold, Vorarlberg Client Award 2015, Austrian Museum Award 2016, among others.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Architektur / vorarlberg museum |url=https://www.vorarlbergmuseum.at/museum/architektur/ |access-date=2022-07-25 |website=vorarlberg museum |language=de}}</ref>
* [[Kunsthaus Bregenz]]: The Kunsthaus was built by the Swiss architect and [[Pritzker Architecture Prize|Pritzker Prize]] winner [[Peter Zumthor]], received the Mies van der Rohe Award in 1998.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kunsthaus Bregenz |url=https://www.kunsthaus-bregenz.at/about-us/kunsthaus-bregenz/?L=1 |access-date=2022-07-25 |website=www.kunsthaus-bregenz.at |archive-date=17 August 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220817161959/https://kunsthaus-bregenz.at/about-us/kunsthaus-bregenz/?L=1 |url-status=dead }}</ref>
* LifeCycle-Tower ONE (LCT ONE) in Dornbirn: From 2010 onwards, Vorarlberg had been investing in research on renewable energy sources and energy-efficient houses in order to achieve self-set climate targets. In 2012, the first modular wooden hybrid complex of eight floors was built: the [[Building life cycle|LifeCycle]]-Tower&nbsp;I. It is 27&nbsp;m high and made of wood and concrete. In this architectural design, load-bearing elements are not covered. The benefits of this innovative project are environmental and energy efficiency, 90% less CO<sub>2</sub> emissions, a much shorter construction and industrial production time of the components.<ref>{{Cite web|title=LCT ONE – LifeCycle Tower, Dornbirn {{!}} Architekten Hermann Kaufmann ZT GmbH|url=https://www.hkarchitekten.at/en/projects/lct-one/|access-date=2018-08-11|website=www.hkarchitekten.at|date=18 February 2016 }}</ref>
* [[File:Montforthaus, 20h45.JPG|thumb|The [[Montforthaus Feldkirch|Montforthaus]] in [[Feldkirch, Vorarlberg|Feldkirch]] is a public venue for cultural events.]][[BUS:STOP Krumbach|BUS:STOP project]] in [[Krumbach, Vorarlberg|Krumbach]]: In 2014, the municipality of Krumbach in the [[Bregenz Forest]] constructed seven bus stops that were designed by international architect offices in partnership with local partner architects and craftsmen. The project goes under the name of [[BUS:STOP Krumbach]]. These extraordinary bus stops received special recognition as part of the [[List of architecture prizes|Austrian National Architecture Awards]] as well as the National Award for PR.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://prva.at/news/presse/575-der-staatspreis-pr-2014-geht-an-bus-stop-krumbach|title=Der Staatspreis PR 2014 geht an BUS:STOP Krumbach – PRVA Public Relations Verband Austria|last=Schwiglhofer|first=Petra|website=prva.at|language=de-de|access-date=2018-06-26}}</ref>
* [[File:Werkraum Haus von Peter Zumthor in Andelsbuch 1.JPG|thumb|[[Werkraum Bregenzerwald]]: designed by Peter Zumthor, opened in 2013]][[Skyspace Lech]] in Oberlech: A [[skyspace]] is an enclosed space which is open to the sky through a large hole in the ceiling. The architectural design puts the colour-changing light at the walls and in the sky during sunrise and sunset into focus. The Skyspace Lech is a walk-in art installation by [[James Turrell]] in [[Lech (Vorarlberg)|Oberlech]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.skyspace-lech.com/about/skyspace-lech/?lang=en|title=Skyspace Lech • Skyspace Lech|website=Skyspace Lech|language=en-US|access-date=2019-04-09|archive-date=28 April 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210428080646/https://www.skyspace-lech.com/about/skyspace-lech/?lang=en|url-status=usurped}}</ref>
* [[Montforthaus Feldkirch]]: The convention centre was re-opened in 2015. The Montforthaus is a public venue for balls, conventions, concerts and theatre performances.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Montforthaus Feldkirch {{!}} HASCHER JEHLE Architektur |url=https://archello.com/project/montforthaus-feldkirch |access-date=2022-05-20 |website=Archello |language=en}}</ref>