Constructlab – Soup Basilica

On November 25th, we celebrate the completion of the Soup Basilica, built over ten days, in the courtyard of Valga Kreisi building (Riia 5).

COLLECTIVE BUILDING

From November 16th to 25th, Constructlab architects will be building a multifunctional glass structure around the soup kettle in the courtyard of the Kreisi building. All interested parties are welcome to come and familiarise themselves with the project, participate in the construction, offer ideas, or simply observe and enjoy warm soup served around noon each day!

10 Days of Soup in a Glass House is a participatory project by Constructlab. Using the old windows of Valga Youth Center, a communal space resembling a greenhouse will be constructed over the course of 10 days. The process begins with a stove and the act of cooking soup for and with the local community every day, even before a fully built kitchen or space exists. As more windows are added daily, the space gradually transforms into a glass house, symbolising openness and transparency.
The goal is to create a welcoming environment for discussion, interaction, and community building. Through shared meals and collaborative construction, the project aims to establish a space where people can come together, exchange ideas, and experience a sense of collectivity. After the project concludes, the space will be handed over to the local community, serving as an ongoing platform for engagement and dialogue.

OPENING EVENT

On November 25th, we celebrate the completion of the Soup Basilica, built over ten days, in the courtyard of Valga Kreisi building (Riia 5). The glass house will be open from 14:00 to 18:00, and as always, we will be offering warm soup to our guests.

The project is led by Constructlab members Juul Prinsen, Lucas Devolder, Emma Ribbens, Sophie Netzer, Daniel Parnitzke ja Alex Lambert.

The project is supported by Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Estonia.