JAZZ LOFT residential project, Budapest

Restoration of a 19^th century mill creates inspiration from its own abandoned concrete skeleton

It always takes time to make something great, but what surprised T2.a Architects about its Jazz Loft project was how a forced break unexpectedly managed to lead to a more refined and rewarding building in the long run. Renovated from an abandoned 19^th century mill, architects Bence and Gabor Turanyi were first tasked with the delicate refurbishment work back in 2005. One economic crash and a change in vendor later has led to a project that has evolved through a number of growing pains before finally becoming the structure that it is today. Jazz Loft proves that a solid plan, the architect’s vision and great determination aren’t the only requirements for a great building; sometimes the building itself will have a life of its own and the extended time ultimately led to a better, more refined, high-quality and sustainable building in the end.
The project was nominated in 2019 for the Piranesi Award.

What makes this project one-of-a-kind?
Regenerate an abandoned, hundred years old industrial building into a 21^st century residential space: transform it into a state-of-the-art, contemporary building while preserving its original spirit.