Since the groundbreaking two years ago, the development of Bad Wiessee’s new town center has been advancing rapidly. On the former Ritter site, located between Münchner Straße and Ludwig-Thoma-Straße, the six planned buildings have now become clearly visible. Following the demolition of existing structures and excavation work in summer 2023, approximately 100,000 m³ of earth was moved. By November 2024, the buildings had reached structural completion, and interior construction is now in full swing. The development will include around 40 rental apartments for local residents, 24 holiday apartments, a medical center, several dining options, and approximately 3,500 m² of retail space for both large-scale stores and smaller commercial units. A basement garage with 100 parking spaces, along with additional surface-level customer parking, will ensure excellent accessibility. The new village square—the heart of the complex—will become a vibrant, representative space thanks to its identity-shaping design, and will be functionally framed by the surrounding buildings. The architecture reflects a design approach rooted in local identity. With appropriately scaled building volumes, mineral base zones, and finely articulated timber elements, the project achieves a harmonious overall appearance that blends seamlessly into the existing village structure. Completion is scheduled for early 2026—and even now, it’s clear: the new town center is set to become a lively and multifaceted hub of Bad Wiessee. More about the project
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After just 28 months of construction, the new Röhrmoos High School was officially inaugurated on July 29! A large number of guests gathered in the light-filled atrium to celebrate the opening ceremony: future students and their parents, along with representatives from politics, education, and business. In her speech, Minister of Education Anna Stolz emphasized the vital role schools play: “Schools are places where the heart is educated.” She praised the new Röhrmoos Secondary School as a model project for Bavaria – both architecturally and pedagogically. We are truly honored by these words of recognition – but even more excited that the school will soon come to life as a place for future-oriented learning in the upcoming academic year. Further insights and coverage of the project can be found in the Süddeutschen Zeitung and the Kurier Dachau Learn more about the project
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Das Handbuch „Rahmenplan Photovoltaik und Erneuerbare Energien 2025 – Olympiadorf München“ ist online! Jetzt einsehen! Im Rahmen des Verschenk’s-Festivals im Olympiadorf wurde es am 27. Juni feierlich an die Untere Denkmalschutzbehörde, die Eigentümergemeinschaft sowie Olytopia – stellvertretend für das Olympiadorf – übergeben. Das Handbuch bietet eine umfassende Grundlage für fundierte Entscheidungen rund um das Potenzial von Solaranlagen im Olympiadorf. Es enthält eine detaillierte Analyse, eine fotografische Dokumentation des Bestands sowie praxisbezogene Informationen zu Statik, Urheberrecht und Denkmalschutz – jeweils veranschaulicht an typischen Gebäudetypologien des Dorfes. Ein besonderer Dank an alle Projektbeteiligten, insbesondere an stauss processform für das durchdachte Layout, das sich gestalterisch an den von Otl Aicher geprägten Stil des Olympiadorfs anlehnt – mit hoher gestalterischer Qualität, klarer Farbgebung und Liebe zum Detail. Wir freuen uns auf die nächsten Schritte und das Projekt weiterhin zu begleiten.
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Built as part of the facilities for the 1972 Summer Olympic Games, the Munich Olympic Village must now adapt to meet climate and energy goals—no small feat for a listed heritage site that has been nominated for inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage List. In a comprehensive analysis and planning process, the Framework Plan for Photovoltaics and Renewable Energies evaluated the solar potential of the rooftops, façades, and balconies of the village’s various building types in terms of energy yield, technical feasibility, and architectural requirements. The next phase will focus on design criteria. The individual roof and façade structures will be assessed to determine how solar panels can be integrated in a technically sound and heritage-compliant way. A solar potential analysis using a 3D model was conducted to assess solar radiation across the entire Olympic Village. The results show that 65,000 square meters of roof area—about two-thirds of all rooftops—have high to very high solar potential. Theoretically, this could supply about half of the households in the village with solar power. The study also examines options for storing and using the generated electricity. The study’s findings will be published in a handbook intended as a practical guide for decision-making, planning, and implementing photovoltaic systems. This analysis represents a first step toward a comprehensive framework plan and a municipal heritage concept aimed at advancing the energy-efficient renovation of the Olympic Village and the entire Olympic Park. More about the project
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With the multi-storey commercial complex Fly Parc, we have been selected as one of three finalists in the “TransEuropArchi” category of this year’s Prix AMO – a recognition we are truly delighted about! The Prix AMO honors projects that emerge from close collaboration between architects and clients. In this category, the focus lies on cross-border dialogue between Germany and France. The commercial park consists of three building volumes with warehouses, offices, and commercial spaces arranged around a central courtyard. Its two-storey structure allows for flexible use: warehouse spaces on the ground floor, with smaller units and office spaces above, accessible via a driveable ramp and complemented by gallery levels. Simple materials, wooden plinths, and polycarbonate façades create clear, bright, and welcoming spaces.
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From transport hub to urban anchor point: In Munich, Hamburg, and Berlin, planners are currently working at various scales to make the central stations fit for the future. The projects share the ambition to transform the stations into attractive gateways that enhance the quality of stay for travelers as vibrant urban districts, while dissolving their spatial separation from the city. Martin Klemp, partner in our office, sees the project as a historic opportunity for Munich: “We have the chance to build an entirely new station right in the city center, one that also incorporates the Starnberg Wing Station. At the same time, we can create a new urban foyer, with a traffic-calmed station square and a reception building truly worthy of the name.” Read the full article
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The discussion “Olympic Park – On the Way to World Heritage Status” will take place today, Monday, October 20, at 6:00 PM at the Kulturhaus Milbertshofen, Curt-Mezger-Platz 1. Munich’s City Architect, Prof. Dr. (Univ. Florence) Elisabeth Merk, will speak with architect Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Fritz Auer about the future of the Olympic Park. As a partner at Behnisch & Partner, Fritz Auer played a key role in designing the venues for the XX Olympic Games in 1972, most notably the iconic tensile roof structures. Following the discussion, the City of Munich’s World Heritage Olympic Park team will present an overview of the nomination proposal. Further focal points include the nomination process and the development of the World Heritage Management Plan. At thematic tables, interested citizens will have the opportunity to contribute their ideas, followed by a Q&A session. Munich’s Olympic Park was constructed between 1967 and 1972 for the XX Olympic Summer Games and covers an area of approximately 290 hectares. In December 2023, the Olympic Park was added to Germany’s tentative list for UNESCO World Heritage nomination. Registration: https://lnkd.in/dkcbQNfm Copyright Portrait: Alessandra Schellnegger/Süddeutsche Zeitung Photo
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The John F. Kennedy House on Washingtonplatz was completed in 2015 to the designs of our office. With around 2,000 square metres of office and restaurant space, the new tenancy complements an ensemble developed by CA Immo in Berlin’s Europacity, which is already fully and long-term leased. The location, directly adjacent to the main railway station and the Spreebogen, offers an exceptional setting at the intersection of city and government district. The building forms one of the four urban components of the Lehrter Stadtquartier. Façades of light natural stone alternate with recessed glass surfaces, giving the volume depth and structure. Generous glazing opens onto a green inner courtyard, bringing daylight deep into the building and creating a sense of transparency. Through its vertical articulation, in which every two storeys are grouped together, a clear rhythm emerges that reinforces the architectural unity of the quarter. We are delighted that, with the arrival of DER SPIEGEL, the building will gain a distinctive new tenant at one of Berlin’s most exciting locations — between the government district and the main station.
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How do we want to live, build, and shape our cities in the future? Under the motto “Shaping Future – Transforming Cities,” the CreativeDays SYMPOSIUM 2025 addresses pressing questions of sustainable architecture, forward-looking urban planning, and social transformation. As an interdisciplinary platform, the SYMPOSIUM brings together renowned architects, urban planners, designers, scientists, and decision-makers from business, politics, and culture. Its goal is to foster a creative and practice-oriented exchange on new concepts and strategies for livable, resilient, and intelligent cities of tomorrow. Here, vision meets practice to develop solutions for the urban future. The focus lies on global perspectives, local solutions, and the central question of how spaces must be designed to serve people. Speakers • Prof. Dr. Anupama Kundoo, Architect, Mumbai, Pondicherry, Berlin • Philipp Auer, Architect, Auer Weber, Munich “This used to look different – Transformations in the Urban Context” Save the date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 | 6:00–9:00 PM Venue: Hospitalhof Stuttgart Registration
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