New Central Tower Berlin: A look into the future of the skyline
New Central Tower Berlin: A look into the future of the skyline
The Berlin Central Tower, designed by the Copenhagen architecture firm Dorte Mandrup, will form a new landmark near the Jannowitzbrücke station. With a height of 115 meters, the building will significantly change the Skyline of Berlin.
a sustainable concept for the future
one of the outstanding features of the Central Tower is the commitment to mixed use. 30 percent of the total area of the building are reserved for local retail stores, health services, neighborhood cafes and a publicly accessible terrace. This approach shows how important it is to take into account and balance the needs of the residents. Oliver Fuchs, Development Director at HB Reavis Germany, emphasizes: "Berlin needs sustainable areas", which indicates the need to develop modern, sustainable solutions that meet the requirements of the city and its residents.
a joint design process
The decision for the Dorte Mandrup Design resulted from an intensive, transparent process in which representatives of the Berlin Senate, the Mitte district and other local experts were involved. At this early stage, numerous workshops took place that enabled citizens to actively participate in the design of their surroundings. A total of twelve international architectural offices were invited to submit their designs, with five concepts for further processing being selected. These were presented as part of public events to obtain feedback from the community.
a changing cityscape
The central location of the Central Tower, at the intersection of Alexanderstraße and Stralauer Straße, will make it a clearly visible element in the urban landscape. The area is strategically located between S-Bahn tracks and is therefore frequented by a high number of passers-by. Noel Wibbrand, partner at Dorte Mandrup, emphasizes that the project will create new social opportunities for the quarter and offer a lively public terrace that is accessible to everyone.
a step towards sustainability
The old development concept from 2012, which originally provided a hotel, did not correspond to the modern sustainability standards and the guidelines of the high -rise management of Berlin. To remedy this grievance, HB Reavis worked with the city to update the plan and to adapt to new, future -oriented requirements. The new draft will not only fit into the existing environment, but will also bring important public services to the quarter.
conclusion: a positive signal for Berlin
The Central Tower Berlin is not only an architectural highlight, but also a symbol of a new phase of urban development in Berlin. With the focus on sustainability and taking into account the needs of the community, the tower could be an example of future projects. The openness of the planning process and the commitment to the local community are important steps towards integrative urban development.
- Nag