Amphitryon, Two Office Buildings for the Bayerische Hypotheken- und Vereinsbank
The building we propose for Junghofstrasse, Frankfurt, is simultaneously a peripheral block development and an independent object; highrise as well as urban neighbourhood. Making use of all of these familiar typologies, the building also brings in a non interchangeable solution for this location. The building site Junghofstrasse/Neue Rothofstrasse is located in an area characterized by six-story peripheral block developments. A clear neighbourhood structure can also be discerned that should be strengthened in any future development. The project is an homage to this peripheral block development, although in a contemporary interpretation. As opposed to typical peripheral block developments, the public urban space, i.e. street, piazza, courtyard, etc. will not be divided off into a rigorous building alignment but integrated into the new building. The new building offers transitional space. The passerby walks through an attractive spatial succession, past the large bank tellers’ hall, past stores, and green spaces composed of fine plant layers and water surfaces.
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