AEROTIM is a team of young athletes and creators who combine aerobatics, freestyle motocross and parachuting with creative activities and film production. The team recently acquired a new aircraft hangar. A place where they keep their planes and have unusually designed social facilities. The design combines a raw, almost ascetic premium aesthetic with elements more commonly associated with solutions for the services. The original design was undertaken by architects from the Ukrainian studio kouple.
AEROTIM Hangar is a modern, multifunctional service hangar and crew centre designed for the AEROTIM collective. Designed by kouple for the team led by Timur Fatkullin, the investment combines the workshop requirements for servicing light aircraft with the need to create a place for meetings, regeneration and planning creative activities. The strength of this project lies in the consistent use of materials and the clear organisation of space, which together create an inspiring setting for the crew’s daily work.
The architects opted for raw architecture. Exposed steel trusses, corrugated sheet metal and visible technical installations create a framework in which each structural element serves both an aesthetic and a functional purpose. The walls are finished with large Cement Bonded Particle Board panels, mounted with visible joints reminiscent of the technique of riveting fuselages, a technique that combines durability with a symbolic reference to aviation craftsmanship. The same material was used to make doors, workbenches and shelves, ensuring visual consistency and practical replacement of elements in the future.
The main hall, with an area of 400 square metres, has been designed as a full-height space, allowing for easy manoeuvring and servicing of aircraft. Wide, vertically lifting doors clad in raw zinc sheets open the interior to the outside, while the upper part of the polycarbonate pediment provides natural lighting, emphasising the functional character of the façade. The structure remains fully exposed, facilitating access to the installations and at the same time showcasing the construction as a compositional element. The seamless flooring in the main area and durable vinyl on the crew level meet the requirements of intensive use and easy maintenance.
The Crew Station, located on the second level, functions as an observation point and operations centre. The crew space has been designed with multifunctionality in mind: a central briefing table, work and relaxation areas, compact sanitary facilities with showers, and bedrooms with acoustic panels. The furniture selection combines modern sofas with selected vintage elements, and a subtle red-brown accent warms up the monochromatic palette, introducing a bit of a homely character to the entire austere context.
The lighting emphasises the structure of the building and organises the space functionally. Linear LED fixtures mounted along the trusses provide even, controlled light, while selective spotlights highlight key work and display areas. Elements made from waste aluminium profiles, such as benches and light fixtures, demonstrate a commitment to material continuity and a sustainable approach to detail. Upholstered panels have been used in bedrooms and regeneration areas to improve acoustics, while integrated soft lighting promotes calm and rest between tasks.
Where is the AEROTIM Hangarlocated ? For security reasons, the architects have not disclosed this information.
Interior design: Dan Vakhrameyev
Source: pluskouple.com
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