Hackesches Quartier, Berlin, Germany

The development of the Hackesches Quartier in Berlin-Mitte not only provides modern office buildings and attractive retail spaces, but is an important step to restore a high quality of life and urban density to public urban spaces. The quarter consists of two blocks divided into seven individual buildings that in scale refer to the historic urban structures of Hackescher Markt. Two new spacious squares in the north and south form the entrances to the quarter. In addition to the master plan, our office was also responsible for the design of three buildings at this location: the advertising agency Scholz & Friends, the GASAG headquarters and the Adina Hotel. As a CHP (combined heat and power) model city project, the Hackesches Quartier has been recognized by the international LEED certificate of the US Green Building Council.