147EIS
Living and working by Schwarzwaldbrücke, Basel
New building, Eisenbahnweg, Basel
Study upon invitation
Client: F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG, Basel
Study: 2013, 2nd place
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A pronunced structure clad in reddish-grey clinker occupies the site in this significant urban location by the eastern bridge head of Schwarzwaldbrücke, and clearly relates to the similar situations of other bridges in Basel. The self-evident structure is well developed and offers a multitude of typologically diverse apartments with spectacular views of the Rhine and the old town to the south-west, as well as office spaces for approximately 200 workplaces. The new building is a relaxed piece of architecture of convincing clarity and high functional quality in a complex urban situation that anchores the bridge in the city’s layout and creates additional value for both the city of Basel as well as the investor.