redesign the odeon outdoor cinema in downtown djibouti maintaining theredesign the odeon outdoor cinema in downtown djibouti preserving the essence and structure of the original building emphasize the iconic central column with a bold illuminated vertical odeon sign make the text clear and prominent glowing softly in the evening light the overall aesthetic is a refined blend of modern and mediterranean styles clean volumes arched forms textured stucco or stone light wood accents and warm earthy tones the entrance should feel grand yet welcoming with elegant outdoor seating native greenery in sculpted planters and a layered threshold that opens toward the street the surrounding sidewalk and street should be animated with ambient lighting people gathering and subtle cultural references that evoke downtown djibouti s atmosphere colorful signage light traffic palm trees and layered fa ades include rooftop access or a terrace space that feels airy and open possibly with soft lighting and lounge style seating the design should balance nostalgia and innovation blending odeon s past as a beloved cinema with a visionary new public space shaped by light climate and memory the iconic odeon sign should dominate the column in sleek backlit lettering floating or embedded in a luminous vertical panel that acts as a visual beacon after sunset the design fuses mediterranean warmth with futuristic elegance curved geometries floating canopies kinetic shading systems and organic volumes that soften the harsh sun integrate smart ambient lighting throughout embedded in steps seating edges and fa ade reveals creating a glowing cinematic atmosphere at night original architectural soul while giving it a fresh elevated identity retain the building s existing massing and central vertical column but refine the materiality use natural plaster textured concrete warm stone and light wood the design should blend modern minimalism with mediterranean softness rooted in the local climate and context the iconic odeon sign must remain a focal point clearly legible on the column softly illuminated even in the late afternoon sun the signage should feel timeless and integrated like carved lettering or a backlit metal inset the front of the building opens up into a landscaped entrance plaza with elegant built in seating native greenery in sculptural planters and small caf style tables that spill onto the sidewalk set the scene in late afternoon long shadows warm light grazing the fa ades and soft ambient tones beginning to emerge the street feels gently animated with people gathering children playing and the buzz of downtown djibouti in the background light traffic palm trees colorful shopfronts and regional architectural details the upper portion of the building includes access to a rooftop terrace minimal yet atmospheric with natural textures soft seating and ambient lighting beginning to turn on the overall tone is nostalgic cinematic and inviting a place where heritage meets contemporary design built for community light and quiet grandeur
