Tregu i Gjesë së gjallë

The building rises with an air of lightness and openness. The clarity of its circular form and the deep roof define the building strongly within the landscape, making it one of the most prominent features of the surrounding context. The project draws inspiration from the cyclical nature of market typology and takes shape as a meeting point between two life cycles - those of human and animal actors within the space. Formally, this encounter occurs at the central square of the market. The ensemble appears as an anthropocentric symbol, almost like a panopticon that exalts human power but, in fact, carries a completely contrasting symbolism. The structure serves as a sundial, symbolizing the passage of time and the fragile nature of human authority over it. The Livestock Market is a versatile space, adaptable to various functions, easily transformed into a agricultural market, an open-air venue for cultural activities, and more. The building takes form within a context with limited architectural precedents. The architectural typology itself is not widely disseminated and lacks the luster and precedents found in other typologies, as would be the case with a museum, for example.