
The former A.M. Luther furniture factory quarter is a historic area in the heart of Tallinn, whose fame extends beyond mere architectural value. Once a closed industrial area focused on production, it is gradually becoming a natural part of the urban space – a multi-use, compact, and attractive center of gravity.
The goal of the architectural solution is to create a new development that values and complements the historic environment. The formal language and design are based on the existing context but give it a contemporary interpretation. The planned urban space considers the needs of future residents, employees, visitors, and tourists, offering flexible usage options and a human-scale living environment.
The planning is based on the area's view corridors and logical access points. The quarter's inner courtyard is designed as a multipurpose urban space – here, park areas, plazas, and various activity zones alternate. The landscape design draws inspiration from the characteristic line patterns of plywood, which is also a symbol of Luther's historic production.
The buildings also follow an aesthetic characteristic of plywood – through sloped surfaces and dynamic forms, references are made to the bendable material, creating a contemporary yet context-sensitive architectural language. This results in a cohesive quarter where the past and future organically meet.