Stadtwerke Meerbusch Willich

Another exciting element of this building is the self-supporting connecting staircase. Thus, visitors and employees are welcomed inside by a central, open staircase that forms a kind of marketplace, accessible to all areas and serving as a meeting point and communication area. The curved, organic lines of the staircase emphasize the themes of lightness and transparency, expressing the working philosophy of the company.

The spatial openness continues in the 3,500 square meters of office space, promoting communication, creative work, and flexible teamwork. Smaller rooms are available for meetings, confidential phone calls, and focused work.

The energy efficiency of the Stadtwerke building is not only visible in its quality but also experiential for visitors. Innovative technologies such as photovoltaic modules for household electricity generation, electric mobility solutions, or the heat pump with heat recovery and fuel cell for hot water production can be explored directly on-site.

The new headquarters of Stadtwerke Meerbusch Willich embodies a modern, open, and sustainable design. The three-story office building is located on the site of the former Stahlwerk-Becker in the municipality of Willich. Over the past 20 years, a diverse business park has emerged, featuring a blend of modern architecture and restored monuments.

Situated in an area with numerous historical buildings characterized by brick facades, the new office building faced a building code requirement to incorporate brick in a specific percentage of the facade design. To maintain flexibility, however, the building was constructed entirely of glass. A structure was developed with flexible hanging ceramic elements in beige and red tones, reflecting the characteristic color palette of brick and seamlessly integrating into the surrounding business park’s color scheme.

A captivating feature of the building is the self-supporting connecting staircase. Visitors and employees are welcomed into a central, open staircase that serves as a marketplace accessible to all areas, functioning as a meeting point and communication area. The curved, organic lines of the staircase emphasize themes of lightness and transparency, expressing the company’s working philosophy.

The spatial openness extends to the 3,500 square meters of office space, fostering communication, creative work, and flexible teamwork. Smaller rooms are available for meetings, confidential phone calls, and focused work.

The energy efficiency of the Stadtwerke building is not only evident in its quality but also tangible for visitors. Innovative technologies such as photovoltaic modules for household electricity generation, electric mobility solutions, and a heat pump with heat recovery and fuel cell for hot water production can be experienced firsthand on-site.

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