In the heart of northern Munich, an urban, innovative and diverse residential quarter is being built on the site of former barracks. In line with the objectives, a sustainable building block is being designed that will integrate attractive, affordable living space as well as social, cultural and commercial facilities in the areas of local amenities, retail and services. The MU1(3) construction site forms a central component of the Bayernkaserne master plan and will contribute significantly to the creation of a vibrant neighbourhood.
A central element of the building is the creation of an address through exterior surfaces. The green inner courtyard, designed according to the ‘urban wilderness’ concept, offers both open and sheltered seating areas. A roof garden promotes biodiversity and creates space for small events, while urban gardening contributes to self-sufficiency.
Flexible commercial spaces on the ground floor ensure a lively neighbourhood that remains sustainable thanks to its sustainable construction and ecological materials. The combination of multi-unit and pergola-style typology, which predominantly allows for open-plan apartment types, creates open and functional floor plans that respond flexibly to the different needs of the residents.
The design is characterised by a functional, serial construction method with a high degree of prefabrication, enabling flexible and attractive living solutions. Colonnades projecting to the south, loggias on the outer façades and balconies in the inner courtyard give the building a clear structure and reinforce its identity as a residential building.
Vertical elements such as loggias, balconies and French windows, as well as horizontal elements such as plant troughs, also create a lively appearance that fosters a sense of identity. The project combines sustainable architecture, flexible usage concepts and a strong community focus to create a forward-looking, vibrant neighbourhood.
Competition:
Specialist planners:
TERRA.NOVA (Landscape design, Co-designer)
C4 engineers GmbH (Structural design)
hhp Berlin (Fire proofing)
Matthes Max Modellbau GmbH (Model building)
Visualization:
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