Structural design
Building physics

Förde Sparkasse head office in Kiel

Refurbishment and conversion of timber-framed building

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Client:
Förde Sparkasse Kiel
Object:
Conversion/renovation of the Förde Sparkasse head office (gross floor area approx. 8,800 m²)
Design:
AX5 architekten PartG mbB, Kiel
Services:
Structural design
Building physics
Structural design, building physics
Special features:
  • Gutting and extension by an additional floor and various extensions during ongoing operation
  • Removal and addition of large parts of the existing load-bearing structure
  • Cantilevered, cubic projections to accommodate conference rooms, kitchens and offices
  • Relocation and completion of the bracing staircase cores and elevator systems
  • Recalculation of the existing structure on the 3D model to utilize system-related load-bearing reserves
  • Coordination of the wind load approaches with the approving authorities and testing authorities
  • Ventilated natural stone façade for a significant energy upgrade of the building