ARCHITECTURE
Schwedler-Carré
Frankfurt’s Ostend district had been an industrial area since the late 19th century. In 1912, the Osthafen (eastern harbour) began operations, followed by the opening of the wholesale market in 1928, designed by Martin Elsaesser. Change began in the 1970s, as offices and small-scale commercial operations gradually emerged alongside factories and workers’ housing. Since the mid-2000s, Ostend has been rapidly transforming into a socially and functionally mixed urban district
Hagener Straße
The new development replaces the existing buildings along Hagener Straße, which could no longer be renovated. Three new structures on both sides of the street create passageways that connect the neighborhood with its surroundings: to the north, they lead to the adjacent forest; to the south, they open onto communal courtyard spaces. An additional building on the corner of Lüdenscheider Straße completes the ensemble and marks the entrance to
GRAFTLAB
GRAFTLAB is a Berlin-based laboratory for modern creative environments, located near Invalidenstrasse and Ackerstrasse in the Mitte district. Designed by GRAFT Architects, the building merges living and working spaces with generous green areas. It features an open layout with both high- and low-tech systems, including natural airflow from the underground car park and biogas-powered ventilation. The six floors accommodate offices, commercial units, and apartments, forming a vibrant, flexible community
Vaillant company restaurant in Remscheid
Founded by Johann Vaillant in Remscheid in 1874, Vaillant - a leading provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning technology - has reached a new milestone. With around 4.500 employees at its headquarters and approximately 17.000 worldwide, the company commissioned Nattler Architekten to design a modern staff restaurant. An old residential building was demolished to make way for this new oasis of well-being, which also improves food delivery logistics.
Residential building Rautenstrauchgasse 4, 1110 Vienna
Rautenstrauchgasse 4 is a Gründerzeit building (constructed between 1840 and 1914) with three original floors. The existing structure was completely renovated, and three additional storeys were added. These new storeys were built using ecological timber construction with solid timber ceilings. With a focus on full decarbonisation, all existing apartments were connected to district heating. The three-storey extension sits atop the original Gründerzeit building. By recessing the third floor and
SIAU IBIZA HOTEL
This proposal distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainability (BREEAM certification) and seamless integration with its surroundings. The design minimizes environmental impact while embracing the Ibizan architectural style, preserving the essence of traditional construction. To avoid a dense, monolithic structure, the building is divided into separate blocks. At its core, a central volume houses the common areas, from which smaller modules extend, each containing two-room units. The main entrance
Extension of the Cemetery in Pauli Arbarei
A cemetery is a place of memory, where loved ones rest, and its design must convey respect for the deceased. The expansion of the Pauli Arbarei cemetery is located near a busy provincial road, exposing it to noise pollution - an element at odds with the atmosphere of remembrance. To counter this, the design introduces a protective wall that functions both as an acoustic barrier and as the main
Glowing Bicycle station in Bergamo
The first bike station in Bergamo is strategically located near the railway station, at the edge of the historic center, integrating seamlessly into the intermodal hub and the urban regeneration project of Porta Sud. Situated on the eastern side of Piazzale Marconi, redesigned by Ines Lobo, the station is a low-tech, fully reversible structure. Its transparency ensures safety and accessibility, promoting sustainable mobility. The project serves as an interchange
The Park of Light
The Park of Light explores the interaction of light and color with human senses. This concept continues the tradition started in the city by the Sensitive Park, which focused on smell, hearing, taste, and touch. Light plays a defining role in shaping the park’s spatial experience. The entrance zone welcomes visitors with large-scale light installations, presenting the park as a place of interactive light wonders. Illuminated tiles embedded in
Češča Vas Pool Complex
The Češča Vas Pool Complex is situated in a space dominated by the recently renovated velodrome. Our aim was to avoid drastically altering the existing spatial relationships with the addition of the new swimming facility, as doing so could introduce unwanted visual clutter and further saturate the area. Instead, the new structure leverages the natural topography of the sloped terrain, positioned as low as possible to avoid becoming a
Flodo
Our design envisions a horizontally articulated building that integrates seamlessly into the surrounding urban fabric with a gentle, elegant gesture. At the block’s corner, five additional floors are stacked in terraces, creating a dynamic silhouette. Together with the opposing residential building, they form a visual dialogue - establishing a gateway to the Floridsdorf district. The sculptural form of the building allows for the integration of four trees, enriching the
Möbelhaus LAIMER / furniture store LAIMER
Renovation of the Furniture Store Façade The design of a building’s façade plays a crucial role in shaping its identity and spatial perception. For this aging furniture store, the time had come to rejuvenate its exterior. The planned renovation aimed to align the building’s outward appearance with the elegance and high quality of its interior, enhancing its visual appeal for potential customers. The new design adopts a calm, understated