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Conversion of the former Telekom high-rise
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Conversion of the former Telekom high-rise
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This project involves the transformation of the so-called Telekom Tower, built in 1974. It is located directly adjacent to Kesselbrink, the city’s largest inner-city square. Expectations for the redesigned square have not yet been met; the hoped-for revitalization has not materialized. Therefore, the disused high-rise is to be converted into a residential building to attract residents who will use and revitalize the adjacent urban spaces.
photo_credit Wannenmacher + MöllerWannenmacher + Möller
The design follows an additive concept in which the existing building facade is first removed and replaced with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass elements. In a second step, prefabricated modules of varying widths and floor heights will then be attached to the existing structural framework. These can be used as sunrooms, loggias, or gardens that are integrated into the living spaces and contribute to a noticeable expansion of the living areas. The first upper floor, which is connected to the adjacent parking garage to provide resident parking spaces, is intended to house a restaurant. The roof of the high-rise serves as a garden and terrace area for a large apartment, which will be built on the former antenna structures.
photo_credit Wannenmacher + MöllerWannenmacher + Möller
In addition to providing affordable housing for as many people as possible, the concept proposed here promotes the sensible use of existing and underutilized buildings. By transforming rather than demolishing, the costs associated with removing a building can be put to much better use in preserving and sustainably improving it.
photo_credit Wannenmacher + MöllerWannenmacher + Möller
The design follows an additive concept in which the existing building facade is first removed and replaced with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass elements. In a second step, prefabricated modules of varying widths and floor heights will then be attached to the existing structural framework. These can be used as sunrooms, loggias, or gardens that are integrated into the living spaces and contribute to a noticeable expansion of the living areas. The first upper floor, which is connected to the adjacent parking garage to provide resident parking spaces, is intended to house a restaurant. The roof of the high-rise serves as a garden and terrace area for a large apartment, which will be built on the former antenna structures.
photo_credit Wannenmacher + MöllerWannenmacher + Möller
In addition to providing affordable housing for as many people as possible, the concept proposed here promotes the sensible use of existing and underutilized buildings. By transforming rather than demolishing, the costs associated with removing a building can be put to much better use in preserving and sustainably improving it.
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