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As a rapidly growing capital, Berlin is currently experienc-ing a further phase of intensive construction activity, accompanied by committed debates about the architectural future of the city. More than in any other European metropolis, subcultural creative spaces, ambitious large-scale construction projects and innovative residential buildings encounter each other in the immediate vicinity. Tradition and innovation mix to form an independent, dynamic and innovative building culture that is appreciated, respected and discussed internationally. Berlin architects are facing the complex challenges of bringing together this unparalleled diversity of people and architecture. The publication presents a carefully curated selection of the most exciting current projects in and from the German capital as a showcase for current architectural events. In addition, informative essays analyze and discuss backgrounds, trends and developments that affect (not only) Berlin.
Architecture and the architectural discourse have be - come ever more important for the creative hub of Berlin. Whether new constructions or building redevelopments, interior design, landscape architecture or urban planning, projects related the German capital stands for sophis - ticated concepts and high quality. As it does every year BUILDING BERLIN presents the most important and interesting projects from the past year in Berlin as well as works outside Berlin by Berlin based architects. The presentation of the approximately 70 projects in eight chapters is accompanied by essays on exemplary aspects. Especially noteworthy is an analysis of the different strategies for hospital and health facilities in underdevel - oped regions of the world. The contributed "Work To Go" subtly reflects about the meaning of architecture for the workplaces of the "digital nomads".
The German capital is characterized by a lively, heterogeneous and innovative architectural scene with high technical and design standards. Berlin Architecture serves as a showcase of Berlin's architectural output. Each of the eight categories that structure the book features essays on current issues - trends and developments that provide reflective insights to the summaries that accompany the exemplary collection of around 70 projects. The chapter on residential architecture, for example, discusses the interest of creative urban clients in the highrise apartment buildings of the 1960s and 1970s that were frowned upon for a long time. Another essay focuses on the different aspects of corporate architecture as "constructed logos". Other topics include the importance of archeological display areas for urban planning, new chances for architecture through privately sponsored museums, and current trends in student dormitory buildings.
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