08 | 2021 COMPETITION
Mainquartier Volkach
2nd Prize
In Volkach, a new modern, mixed, diverse and lively neighborhood is to be created on a derelict company site, combining living and working. The area is divided into two areas with different characters. In the south, there is a neighborhood square at the daycare center with an adjacent skate park and retention areas.
In the north, the buildings form a common green center, a large public open space for playing, moving, strolling and staying. In addition, there will be communal courtyards and private areas in the form of terraces, loggias and roof gardens.
Green facades and roofs, as well as the use of native, site-appropriate plants, create habitats for flora and fauna. Site plan: © GTL/Steimle Architekten GmbH
07 | 2021 PROJECT
Thiele-Floodplain| Bad Arolsen
Update
The planning for the Thiele floodplain in Bad Arolsen with the engineering office Oppermann from Vellmar has begun.
The 1.4 km long Thiele floodplain will be developed and renaturalized close to nature and made accessible to the public. For this purpose, a new path connection with various offers for children and young people will be created. A youth center with a skate park, parkour area, field hockey pitch and basketball hoop will be built on the site of the former swimming pool. In addition, a forest playground, a brook landscape and a bridge for young and old will be realized. © GTL
07 | 2021 PROJECT
Rewe Green Building| Wiesbaden-Erbenheim
Completion
GTL worked on the Rewe Green Building project in Wiesbaden together with the architectural firm acme in the Service Phases 1 - 9. In planning since 2018, the Rewe store was able to open this year on May 27, thus launching a pilot project.
The market revolves entirely around the theme of "sustainability" and takes a look at the shopping places of the future as well as a resource-saving food production. On site, fish farming is carried out on the roof and basil is planted.
The Rewe building stands out not only for its innovative concept, but also for its unusual architectural design. Columns of stacked timber form the supporting structure for the glass roof farm, forming a unique vaulted structure. Inside, customers look out onto a glass atrium, the rooftop greenhouse.
The exterior is characterized by parking lots broken up with green spaces, perennial plantings and a flowering meadow. The greening creates important habitats for wildlife. The proportion of sealed surfaces was reduced and a subsoil capable of infiltration was created. © GTL
07 | 2021 PROJECT
State Garden Show Höxter 2023
Update
This year we opened a new branch in Höxter. The Berlin office of Franz Reschke Landschaftsarchitektur GmbH won in spring 2020 the competition for the Höxter State Garden Show and commissioned GTL for on-site construction management. We are currently preparing the tenders for the award and the start of construction in the fall. We are looking forward to the great project and the successful implementation until 2023.
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07 | 2021 PROJECT
Frankfurter Straße Kassel
Update
"Frankfurter Straße in Kassel becomes an avenue again" (HNA).
Today, nothing reminds of the former avenue and greening of Frankfurter Straße. This will change in the next few years due to the funding program "Future Urban Green". Frankfurter Straße will be planted with a three-digit number of trees along the entire stretch between the city center and the Niederzwehren freeway access road, a total of 5.3 kilometers. Concept planning for the entire area has already been completed, with two sections of Frankfurter Strasse considered in more detail (Park Schönfeld to House No. 24). The next step is to implement tree planting in this section.
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05 | 2021 PROJECT
Inner city Greening Concept | Kassel
Project Launch
In spring we were awarded the contract for the inner city greening project. During our initial inspections with the Blattwerker company, we were able to get an overall idea of the current conditions of the existing trees, along with our initial assessments in regards to potential new tree locations, green spaces and common areas for the streets and squares.
The planning is part of the 'Future Green City' funding program, which deals with sustainable development specifically in terms of climate protection. Mainly three sub-areas are considered for the planning: Schillerviertel, Kölnische Straße / Ständeplatz, Altstadt / Fuldaufer. The process shall take place in collaboration with the office Oppermann und Blattwerker.
We look forward to making our contribution again in making our city greener and more beautiful. Photo: © GTL
05 | 2021 COMPETITION
Ochsenau – East area | Landshut
2nd Prize
A new residential area with outlined infrastructure is designed for Ochsenau. It includes a former on-site training area surrounded by a nature reserve which shall re-used and rebuilt. The design concept includes district car parks, apartment buildings with spacious inner courtyards and terraced houses surrounded by single-family houses, all located along a central axis. The outdoor facilities integrate play and leisure activities, as well as a central square to serve as a meeting hub for local supplies and mobility.
Lageplan: © GTL/troi
05 I 2021 COMPETITION
Redesign of Holstenstrasse of the Old Market in Kiel
Recognition
The new city square, consisting of a granite pavement of uniform color and material, complements the existing traditional facade along with slab associations. This design also differentiates between the central promenade and docking squares.
Holstenplatz shall be implemented with additional new trees and shall lead up to the future transportation stop. In the northern area of the square, new sports and play areas as well as a fountain / water area are being created. These shall be illuminated at night with lights or artistic video productions of the fog clouds to establish it as a unique place.
The southern part of Holstenplatz invites you to linger with newly planted tree grates with integrated benches.
Lageplan: © GTL
04 I 2021 COMPETITION
Young Lives in Coburg
3rd Prize | In collaboration with Babbler + Lodde Architekten, NABE architecture
In the suburbs of the old town of Coburg, a green urban residential area is being created for young people between the ages of 18 and 28. These young adults shall consist of professionals, trainees and students. The design includes a reorganization of the Urban planning, renetworking the open spaces with the buildings. The main concept consists of a multi-faceted terrace complex which advances towards the inner courtyard. Different living space scenarios are created in connection with communal, service and cultural areas. The outdoor facilities include roof gardens for growing fruit and vegetables, as well as space for studying and relaxing with a view of the city.
Lageplan: © GTL, Babbler + Lodde, NABE
03 I 2021 PROJECT
Fire station | Titz
Update
The new location of the volunteer fire brigade and the building yard of the municipality of Titz is nearing completion. The next few weeks will see the final asphalt work, planting and installations take place. The building embeds in the surrounding landscape and is characterized by high functionality and synergy effects. The traffic-related details were particularly important, which are complemented with planting and lighting installations. Photo: © GTL