… Portland … 615 SW Harrison StreetPortland, OR 97201 … Portland State University … Located in downtown Portland, the new Karl Miller Center is uniquely integrated with the city’s rich … network of public open spaces and diverse urban uses. The design challenges the conventional … by integrating two distinct structures: the renovated existing building and a new addition. … by an irregular composition of punched windows, and a new dynamic 45,000-square-foot addition clad … a diverse program. A wide range of spaces—informal meeting and study areas, gardens, classrooms, … spaces, faculty and administrative offices, and retail—are strategically arranged to maximize … to learning. Flexible, student-focused informal learning spaces are evenly distributed throughout … acting as social anchor points that transform a transitional corridor into a pedestrian-friendly … community. Level 1-3 Taking advantage of Portland’s temperate climate, all new construction is … impact while prioritizing human comfort and well-being, this new social hub has achieved LEED … reputation as an institution dedicated to social, economic, and environmental sustainability. … innovation lowenergy sustainability energyefficiency innovativematerials …
Karl Miller Center … hall in Gröbenzell establishes a transparent and accessible civic building that strengthens the … consolidates administration, public services, and civic spaces within a compact yet articulated … form is carefully modulated through setbacks and projections to relate to the surrounding low-rise, … foyer that serves as the main orientation and communication space. Public functions such as the … spaces such as the council chamber and wedding room, with access to landscaped roof terraces … offering views over the town. Flexible layouts and a clear structural grid ensure long-term … structure, providing transparency, human scale, and effective passive shading. Natural ventilation … and simple systems support a low-tech and energy-efficient operation. Green outdoor spaces, … with the existing town square and surrounding landscape, enhance public use and reflect the … garden-city character. The result is a sustainable, functional, and identity-forming civic building. … urban publicspace greeninfrastructure sustainability energyefficiency …
Competition - Rathaus Gröbenzell … school in Gersthofen is conceived as an open, landscape-integrated campus that combines education, … Its design promotes flexibility, communication, and a strong connection between architecture and … a triple sports hall, outdoor facilities, and spaces for local music groups. In response to the … the design avoids a monolithic structure and instead proposes a composition of smaller, … from the north leads to a central atrium that forms the social and spatial heart, connecting all key … spaces, linking entrance, courtyard, cafeteria, and sports areas. Classrooms and specialized … areas are arranged in wings extending into the landscape as “green classrooms.” A compact upper … areas around the atrium, enhancing orientation and community. Circulation zones act as extended … spaces with strong connections to terraces and outdoor areas. The surrounding landscape forms a … green campus with tree groves, open spaces, and pathways linking the site. Site Plan Section AA & …
Competition - Middle School and Sports Hall, Anna Pröll … in Hohenmölsen, near Leipzig, the future youth and recreation center will be constructed entirely … precast concrete elements reclaimed from a former GDR-era donor building. By reusing existing … how architectural quality, resource efficiency, and social value can be combined in a … research initiative RE:CREATE. As a preparation for the project, the partners reclaimed precast … life. The reused elements will be transformed into a activity center on the site of a former outdoor … pool, set within a distinctive natural landscape. The new center will serve as an open meeting place … age groups, offering a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities for the surrounding neighborhood … of Hohenmölsen. „With this initiative national and international building and environmental policy … such as reducing climate-damaging emissions and conserving resources will be met. By reusing … the project aims to conserve embodied energy, reduce CO₂ emissions by over 90% compared to … adaptivereuse innovation lowenergy pilotproject publicspace recreation reuse sustainability … This pilot project for circular construction marks an important step toward more sustainable …
Youth and Recreation Center Sternentor … The new National Center for Tumor Diseases is conceived as a welcoming, patient-oriented environment … with a warm, accessible architectural language that supports orientation, comfort, and interaction. … into the existing campus infrastructure, and proximity to a planned tram line. While the lower three … structure of the adjacent clinic buildings and accommodate laboratory functions, an independent … four-story volume develops toward the west, forming a distinct architectural identity. Elevation … an inviting arrival space enhanced by water and greenery. The building opens towards the south, … like a branching tree, organizes circulation and guides patients intuitively to waiting areas and … on the second floor, while the day clinic and additional patient functions occupy the third floor, … with open staircases, ensures easy orientation and promotes a calm, supportive atmosphere. The … healthcare environment that fosters communication between patients, families, and medical staff. …
Competition - National Center for Tumour Diseases (NCT) … environment that supports collaborative and student-centered education. The design combines open … learning landscapes with a strong integration of indoor and outdoor spaces. … buildings, the new school establishes a modern and flexible framework for primary education. Its … Circulation areas merge with teaching spaces, and outdoor areas are incorporated as “green … core of the building, a central communal space forms the social heart, around which functions such … arranged. Upper floors accommodate classrooms and flexible learning zones, connected by open … orientation. The schoolyard is designed as a landscaped environment with diverse play and learning … educational facilities. Natural materials and a timber-based facade reinforce the architectural … passive environmental strategy ensures high comfort with minimal technical systems, resulting in a … sustainable, robust, and future-oriented school …
Competition - New Ludwig Weber School … The WIPO Conference Hall, designed for the World Intellectual Property Organization, accommodates … of tapered volumes that extend from the center and frame the surrounding landscape through openings … the organization’s main building, Bâtiment AB, and the administration building by Behnisch … Hall, a predominantly opaque structure, stands slightly elevated above Place des Nations, facing a … the building retains a sense of lightness and accessibility. From its base the arms of the hall’s … Set within the WIPO Garden, the structure stands like a sculpture between the two adjacent … of the Conference Hall continues the garden landscape, creating a seamless transition that visually … foyer of the AB building. Located on the second and third floors, the Conference Hall has been … Architekten—are arranged without hierarchy and oriented toward the stage to ensure both comfort and … The auditorium is filled with uniform daylight, which enters through north-facing glazing above the … through both its distinctive geometry and materiality. In contrast to the surrounding glass … where its haptic quality creates a gentle and pleasant ambiance. The choice of timber—and all … to create built environments that are ecologically, economically, and socially sustainable. … innovation wood humanescale energyefficiency daylightoptimization sustainability wellbeing …
WIPO Conference Hall … The redesign of the administrative offices for Breuninger, a department store turned lifestyle brand … workplace that combines open offices with informal communication zones, as well as independent … rooms. Renowned for its trend awareness and commitment to quality, Breuninger now extends these same … high standards to its office environments. … of different building elements, annexes, and refurbished components. The redesigned offices feature … workspace, connecting the annexed work areas and punctuating the layout with informal communication … serve as additional meeting points. The meeting and conference rooms are designed as autonomous, … we developed a special modular cabinet system for Breuninger, designed to adapt to the varying needs … using a personal rolling drawer unit and an open, stationary cupboard, available with either open … or a clothes rail, both adjustable in height and adaptable to specific needs. Suspended sliding … for sample boards, further support a clear and flexible workplace design. Sensitive areas, such as …
Breuninger Headquarter … Santa Monica, serves several major local and tourist destinations. What sets this structure apart is … of retail, pedestrians, bikers, motorists, landscaping, and opportunities to sit and rest. A dynamic … traditional parking garages. Patrons cascade up and down a diagonal exterior stair that weaves in … stair, bringing the movement of people to the fore. This serves a twofold purpose: ensuring safety … ocean. The parking structure provides spaces for 744 cars, 91 bicycles and 19 motorcycles. … spaces to charge electric cars, which can be expanded up to 130 chargers as demand increases. … panels, which are folded outwards to catch and redirect high angle sunlight into the depth of the … The unfolded portion of the facade is perforated to allow for the passage of low angle light … of visual transparency. This combination allows for a greater amount of light to enter the garage … façade is animated by the movement of people and the ever-changing backdrop of cars. In addition to … innovation lowenergy publicspace sustainability energyefficiency flexibility …
City of Santa Monica Parking Structure … The design proposes an open and accessible building composed of four distinct volumes, each … the ocean, the Baltic Sea, the North Sea, and the giants of the sea. This subdivision reduces the … towards the water, activating the promenade and strengthening the connection between city and … space that serves as orientation point and public meeting area. From here, a continuous exhibition … efficient operation while creating a clear and engaging visitor sequence. Site Plan The … the internal circulation. Curved facade bands unify the individual buildings into a cohesive … by shipbuilding techniques, define the exterior and reinforce the maritime character. The foyer … accessible, offering views towards the harbor and the historic city. Additional functions such as … realm into the building. The surrounding landscape continues the harbor’s material language, using … create a seamless transition between interior and exterior. The result is a distinctive cultural … building that combines education, experience, and …
Competition - OZEANEUM, Oceanographic Museum … school in Ergolding is conceived as a compact and open campus that connects learning, community, and … landscape. It creates a clear architectural … a central, light-filled assembly hall that forms the social and spatial heart of the school. Entered … forecourt, it provides clear orientation and connects all key functions, with administration and … open galleries, flexible learning areas, and group rooms. Circulation zones act as extensions of the … interaction and contemporary learning formats. Section Specialized areas, including science … All classrooms are oriented to the north for consistent daylight, while natural lighting and … The school is closely integrated into its landscape, with strong visual and spatial connections to … outdoor areas. This creates a coherent and …
Competition - Secondary School Ergolding … school in Hamburg-Lurup is conceived as an open and flexible learning environment that supports … The design emphasizes transparency, communication, and the integration of diverse learning spaces. … campus, responding to growing student numbers and evolving educational concepts. The building is … such as multipurpose spaces, café, library, and all-day areas. Sports facilities are directly … and visually integrated. Open circulation and interconnected levels create a continuous spatial … levels are structured as flexible learning landscapes with fluid transitions between classrooms and … and visual connections enhance orientation and interaction throughout the building. Level 0 & 1 … facade, ensuring durability, flexibility, and thermal performance while reinforcing the concept of … an open learning environment. An integrated energy concept relies on passive design, daylight … and efficient systems to minimize resource use while providing high user comfort. Elevation South …
Competition - New Lurup Neighborhood school