Once a symbol of the Industrial Age, the Gasometer in Berlin Schöneberg has undergone a complete renovation to become an office and events centre. To do this, an office tower with 28,000 m2 of useable space was integrated into the listed steel structure. As part of the EUREF-Campus, the Gasometer is now a place for digitalisation, innovative energy use and international encounters with stunning panoramic views over Berlin.
| Type of Building | Office and administration |
| Schüco Systems | USC 65 FWS 50 ADS 75 HD.HI AWS 75.SI+ AD UP 75 |
| Features | Refurbishment Design and Aesthetics |
| Location | Berlin, Berlin |
| Completion | 2023 |
| Architects | EUREF-Consulting Gesellschaft von Architekten und Ingenieuren |
| Specialist company | FKN Fassaden |
| Picture credits | © Stefan Brückner |
Constructed between 1908 and 1910, the gas tanks supplied the city with gas for decades and could store up to 160,000 cubic metres of fuel. The imposing steel structure, which was granted listed building status in 1994, has been a defining feature of the cityscape as a symbol of Berlin's Industrial Age. After being decommissioned, however, the building stood empty for a long time – until the site became part of the EUREF-Campus innovation park and the new owners presented a project to re-design the landmark.
As part of the development of the EUREF-Campus, EUREF AG fully renovated the Gasometer from 2007 onwards. The aim was to transform the historic building into a symbol of the energy revolution and sustainable urban development. An 11-storey office tower with around 28,000 square meters of useable space was integrated into the steel structure – with a respectful distance of one metre from the historic building. The outer steel construction was renovated in line with listed building requirements. The renovation was completed in 2024 and the steel construction was transformed into a modern office centre that will meet climate neutrality standards until 2045.
Within the gas tank framework, an 11-storey building was erected which looks like it is suspended in the steel ring. The translucent building envelope emphasises the contemporary uses without dominating or distorting the historical character. For the façades, the Schüco AWS 90 BS and Schüco CTB systems were used to ensure maximum energy efficiency and natural light. The entire complex is fitted with technologies to reduce energy consumption and use renewable energy sources. Modern sun shading systems like CTB from Schüco have been used in an integrated way, to ensure a balance of climate protection, natural daylight and creative subtlety.
