Project Description

Following a refurbishment phase lasting several months, the traditional Floridsdorf indoor swimming pool in Vienna has been transformed into a forward-looking “climate pool”, combining energy-efficient optimisation with architectural enhancement. The use of heat pumps and photovoltaic systems has almost entirely eliminated the facility’s district heating demand, while electricity and water consumption have also been significantly reduced.

The swimming hall, children’s areas and sauna landscape were functionally reorganised and further developed in terms of design. Expansive water surfaces, new changing facilities and a modernised ceiling landscape now define the spatial experience.

Acoustics and Design in Harmony

As part of the refurbishment, the children’s area of the swimming hall in particular was given a completely new appearance. Here, the Lindner Group implemented an individually designed baffle ceiling based on the MUTE+® board S40-B system. Extending in a wave-like form above the pool, the ceiling architecturally reflects the theme of water.

The integrated lighting is incorporated into the ceiling structure in such a way that an indirect backlighting effect is created. This further emphasises the wave-shaped design while ensuring uniform illumination of the water surface.

Functional Requirements in Swimming Pool Environments

The specific conditions of an indoor swimming pool place high demands on materials and construction. The MUTE+® board S40-B acoustic baffle system and its corresponding substructure were used, which are particularly well-suited for use in chlorine-containing, humid environments due to their suitability for swimming pools and corrosion resistance.

The acoustic effectiveness of the ceiling helps to noticeably reduce noise levels in the heavily frequented children's area, thereby improving the overall quality of the space.