THREE COURTYARDS FOR DEUTSCHE HYPO
A tree is flown in
Location: Hannover, Germany
Client: PB Grundbesitz‑, Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft GmbH & Co KG
Year: 2015
Service phases: Preparation and Brief, Concept Design, Developed Design, Technical Design, Construction (HOAI 1–5, 8)
Area: 1000 m² courtyards + 200 m² green roofs
Construction costs: 470.000 €
Architecture: Kleihues + Kleihues Ges. v.Arch. mbH / erz-architekten / BHB Architekten
The outdoor facilities are to become part of an identity-forming complex. The courtyards, as green oasis inside the building structure, set a contrast to the stone, urban street area. There are three individual courtyards with specific qualities. These range from a near-natural central courtyard and the horticulturally cultivated northern courtyard to the artistic, artificially designed service courtyard.
PLANTING
The planting consists of horizontal and vertical greenery. The perceptible greenery and green views play an important role for the quality of the workplaces in all areas. The vertical green is of particular importance, as it can also be experienced on the upper floors.
CHOICE OF MATERIALS
The materials chosen are based on the building construction. Similarly, Thuringian travertine, which harmonises with the cream-coloured façade material, is used. The furnishing elements are related to the anthracite of the windows and door reveals. In addition, the seat cushions made of warm wooden covers create a pleasant atmosphere.
