Bus stop Radić

In the Vorarlberg town of Krumbach, located five hundred kilometers southwest of České Budějovice, local councilors commissioned the construction of seven new bus stops. The project involved seven prominent global creators, each paired with an equal number of Vorarlberg architects. Thanks to these small interventions, the village, which has approximately one thousand inhabitants, has made it onto the architectural map.
Chilean architect Smiljan Radić collaborated on the design with local architect Bernardo Bader, who is known for his minimalist approach. The then-forty-year-old Bader had already completed the renovation of Krumbach's center, built a new rectory, redesigned the square in front of the church, and expanded the local cemetery. Bernardo Bader is also a member of the advisory board for neighboring municipalities Andelsbuch and Zwischenwasser, which are also recognized among enthusiasts of quality architecture.
At first glance, Smiljan Radić was impressed by the tranquility of the shared spaces. The public areas then naturally extend from these homely rooms. In Chile, everything is privately owned and firmly bounded. Something like this would not be possible in Radić's homeland, which is why he happily accepted the commission from the Austrian village.
Radić and Bader decided to remove a portion of the inn and relocate it outside to the bus stop, creating a homely-looking display situated in the public space. The bus stop features more domestic elements than outdoor ones. Bader's minimalist touch is clearly felt in the design, alongside Radić's interventions: ordinary pub chairs, a concrete coffered ceiling, a sheet metal sculptural spout, and a wooden birdhouse.