Henning Larsen Wins Bid To Re-Structure Siemens Munich Headquarters
Posted By Tafline Laylin On July 1, 2011 @ 9:18 am In Architecture | No Comments
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Siemens has chosen Henning Larsen Architects [5] to give their Munich headquarters a sustainable upgrade. Of the twelve proposals submitted by design houses throughout Europe, the Copenhagen-based firm’s design was selected for its comprehensive approach to sustainable urban development [6]. The upgraded headquarters slated to begin construction in the fall of 2012 will feature a host of Siemens eco-friendly technology, including energy efficient lighting and photovolatic panels [7], and will be smoothly integrated into the city’s historical district.
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The flexible, well-lit interior workspace will accommodate up to 1200 employees. Catering to the pedestrian via a network of accessible walkways, the new headquarters consists of a series of interconnected buildings that conceal greenery-filled courtyards [9]. This complex – with its groundfloor bistros, cafes and other offerings – also acts as a bridge between Munich’s cultural and historic district.
Henning Larsen has paid particular attention to ensure that the historic main building on Wittelsbacherplatz, an outstanding example of neo-classical architecture designed by Leo von Klenze in the nineteenth century, will be preserved [10] even as it is connected to this more futuristic design. Employees are expected to occupy the new headquarters by 2016.
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+ Siemens [11]
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[5] Henning Larsen Architects: http://www.henninglarsen.com/themes/frontpage.aspx
[6] sustainable urban development: http://inhabitat.com/entangled-bank-a-sustainable-urban-skyscraper/revision-winner/
[7] photovolatic panels: http://inhabitat.com/diffus%E2%80%99-chic-solar-power-bag-flaunts-its-photovoltaic-panels/
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[9] greenery-filled courtyards: http://inhabitat.com/interboro-partners-wins-competition-for-this-summers-ps1-momas-courtyard-installation/
[10] will be preserved: http://inhabitat.com/the-link-an-innovative-approach-to-historical-preservation/
[11] + Siemens: http://www.siemens.com/press/en/presspicture/index.php?view=list&content=cc&tag=2011-06-Konzernzentrale
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