The Syrdall Schwemm school and recreational baths to strengthen school and club swimming is being extended in Niederanven, built by 4a Architekten in 2010, has enjoyed great popularity since its opening. The characteristic architectural language of the existing building - characterized by expressive geometries, warm materials and a bright, inviting atmosphere - has proven to be as functional as it is identity-creating.
With the planned extension to include a separate training pool with changing rooms and sanitary facilities, the municipality is responding to the increased number of visitors and the increased demand for school and club swimming. The fact that the pool continues to grow after more than a decade is a strong sign of its high level of acceptance among the population, the long-term relevance of the original planning and the responsible further development of the existing infrastructure.
The expansion is being implemented without interrupting operations - an organizational challenge that is also an expression of the high everyday importance of the facility. It not only creates additional capacity, but also enables more targeted use and better distribution of services - which benefits children, schools and swimming courses in particular.