Magistrsko delo z naslovom “Tiha erozija: Zgodovinski park Slovenske Bistrice na razpotju vrednot in potreb”, obravnava prostorski razvoj zgodovinskega območja grajskega parka v Slovenski Bistrici, ki predstavlja pomembno kulturno in naravno dediščino mesta. Območje je tesno povezano s starim gradom, najstarejšim objektom v mestu, in z izjemnim drevoredom gabrov, enim od najstarejših v jugovzhodni Evropi, ki oblikuje prepoznavno linearno parkovno os. Projekt predvideva vzpostavitev novega osrednjega trga na zaključku drevoreda in umestitev Kulturnega središča Slovenske Bistrice kot sodobnega generatorja javnega življenja. Program objekta vključuje mestno gledališče s kapaciteto približno 350 obiskovalcev, razstavne prostore, umetniške delavnice, prostore za izobraževanje, plesno šolo in gostinski program. Gledališče je zasnovano kot večnamenski prostor z zložljivim parterjem, ki omogoča prilagodljivo rabo za različne dogodke, ter je funkcionalno povezano z restavracijo za potrebe protokolarnih in družabnih prireditev. Pomemben del zasnove predstavljata ohranitev in prenova obstoječega zgodovinskega objekta nekdanjega lovskega dvorca, ki se vključi v programsko shemo kot razstavni in ustvarjalni prostor. Njegova arhitekturna posebnost, križno obokano pritličje iz opeke, dodatno prispeva k prostorski identiteti celote. Objekt je organiziran okoli centralnega avlijskega prostora, ki predstavlja glavno komunikacijsko vozlišče in omogoča jasno ločevanje ter hkratno povezovanje posameznih programskih sklopov. Vertikalne komunikacije so zasnovane tako, da preprečujejo prepletanje različnih uporabniških tokov, pri čemer soservisni prostori umeščeni v osrednji pas kot funkcionalna ločnica. Poseg se umešča v del parka, ki je opredeljen kot območje centralnih dejavnosti, pri čemer projekt stremi k ohranjanju večine obstoječega zelenja in hkrati izboljšuje njegovo rabo. Širši kontekst vključuje izobraževalne in športne programe, kar dodatno potrjuje potencial območja kot mestnega središča. Osrednja teza magistrskega dela izhaja iz razumevanja parka kot prostora na razpotju med potrebami sodobnega mesta in vrednotami njegovega varovanja. Z umestitvijo kulturnega programa projekt spodbuja večjo uporabo in prepoznavnost parka, kar prispeva k njegovi dolgoročni zaščiti, revitalizaciji in preprečevanju degradacije prostora.
»The master’s thesis titled “Silent Erosion: The Historical Park of Slovenska Bistrica at the Crossroads of Values and Needs”, addresses the spatial development of the historic castle park area in Slovenska Bistrica, which represents an important cultural and natural heritage site of the city. The location is closely connected to the old castle, the oldest structure in the city, as well as to the remarkable hornbeam tree avenue, one of the oldest in Southeastern Europe, forming a distinctive linear park axis. The project proposes the creation of a new central square at the end of the tree-lined promenade, along with the development of the Cultural Center of Slovenska Bistrica as a contemporary generator of public life. The program includes a city theatre with a capacity of approximately 350 visitors, exhibition spaces, artists’ workshops, educational facilities, a dance school, and a restaurant. The theatre is designed as a multifunctional space with retractable seating, allowing flexible use for various events, and is directly connected to the restaurant to accommodate formal and social occasions. An important aspect of the project is the preservation and renovation of an existing historic building, formerly a hunting lodge, which is integrated into the design as an exhibition and creative space. Its architectural character, defined by a brick ground floor with cross vaults, significantly contributes to the spatial identity of the complex. The building is organized around a central atrium, which serves as the main communication hub, enabling both clear separation and interconnection of different programmatic units. Vertical circulation is designed to prevent the overlapping of user flows, while service spaces are positioned within the central zone as both a connector and a separator of primary functions. The intervention is located within a designated central-use area of the park, currently an underutilized green space. The project aims to preserve the majority of existing vegetation while enhancing its usability. The broader context includes educational and sports facilities, reinforcing the site’s potential as a key urban node. The central thesis of the project lies in understanding the park as a space at the intersection of contemporary urban needs and the values of preservation. By introducing a cultural program, the project encourages increased use and visibility of the park, contributing to its long-term protection, revitalization, and prevention of spatial degradation.«