COMMERZBANK IN LUXEMBOURG-KIRCHBERG, L
description

An extremely large complex occupying two lots in the block grid of this district. I n fact it explodes the urban planning concept devised by HVP – a fact that, however, is made relative by the solution found for the entrance. Although the system of paths through the grid is interrupted at this point, a deep incision in the building block continues it visually. This solution represents a gain – and not merely in urban design terms. T he incision is roofed, that is to say once again a sheltered outdoor area that mediates between inside and outside; at the same time it means more external façade – indispensable for the natural daylighting of the offices. For the same reason there is also an internal courtyard at the rear of the building. I n addition it provides the staff with a wonderful outdoor space. I t is defined simply by a free-standing row of concrete columns. A s a result the block remains visually perceptible, despite the building’s meandering form.
DATA

Client: CB Building Kirchberg GmbH
Competition: 2000
Start of planning: 2001
Start of construction: 2002
Completion: 2005
Usable floor area: 25.400 m2
Enclosed volume: 91.800 m3
Outdoor area: 1.136 m2
Roofed entrance area: 170 m2