Completed 2021
Competition 2017, 1st prize
Location: Ulm
Topic: Office
Investor: Ulm Projektentwicklungsgesellschaft GmbH & Co. KG The Real Creators GmbH
Gross floor area: 22.730 m²
Servicephases: LPH 2–4, artistic direction

The new headquarters of Transporeon GmbH is centrally located northeast of Ulm city centre. It responds sustainably and dynamically to the company's requirements and reflects its self-image. The aim of the design was to strengthen the external image and shape the location with high-quality corporate architecture. The utilisation concept is intended to enable open communication structures and take into account the dynamic processes of modern working environments.

 

The architectural concept is based on the principle of spatial networking. An open market square on the ground floor connects the open spaces and serves as a social centre for guests and employees. Focused work, learning and collegial collaboration are also visible from the outside.

The façade is characterised by the sequencing of the spatial modules, in particular the transforming gallery gardens. At the same time, it features a clear, regular order that describes the complex overall figure, consisting of differentiated façade layers that differ in their arrangement and surface texture.

Thanks to the diverse processing methods used for the concrete material, the individual layers of the relief were each given their own unique haptics.
 

The roof, conceived as a fifth façade, serves as an extended outdoor space, offers views of Ulm Minster, and also forms an attractive counterpart to the neighboring buildings situated higher up the slope. The building volume integrates harmoniously into the site, which is characterized by varying height contours. As a continuous band, it connects the surrounding green spaces with the plot. It defines a central entrance area; ground-floor retail units contribute to the long-term activation and vitality of the site.

Realization:

Liedgens, Robert (Team Leader)
Mehlert, Claudia (Project Leader)
Wondré, Michael (Lead)
Juszczyszyn, Katarzyna
Senbayram-Basman, Helin
Nuñez Fructuoso, Gregory
Haag, Theresa
Schmidt, Lisa

Competition:

Vogeley, Philipp (Lead)
Welzien, Janosch (Project Leader)
Calavetta, Valerio
Botzki, Jennifer
Burkhard, Flo
Nuñez Fructuoso, Gregory

Photography:

Kim Fohmann