Kolbenhöfe, Construction Site 6

New Building in Hamburg-Ottensen

In Hamburg Ottensen, a new urban residential quarter is being built on a former industrial site adjacent to listed factory buildings. The design framework and development plan were developed with the participation of residents and commercial tenants. The architecture refers to the history of the site as a production facility for the Kolbenschmidt factory in terms of its cubature and facade details.

Each building block encloses a green inner courtyard with playground equipment and relaxation areas, while old and new buildings form permeable courtyards. Commercial spaces face the central neighbourhood square and can thus contribute to the revitalisation and social interaction within the neighbourhood.

Construction site 6 is one of three construction sites in the Kolbenhöfe developed by HENKE + PARTNER. Sixty-two privately financed rental apartments are being built, 30% of which are barrier-free. The building is surrounded on three sides by a green inner courtyard with two play areas. The corner building to the northeast is the tallest in the neighbourhood with eight storeys. Its facade incorporates materials and motifs from industrial construction, with the west facade defines the edge of the central neighbourhood square. Commercial spaces are designed on the ground floor and first floor, which could be used for a café with outdoor seating.

To the north, two-storey arcade windows line the pedestrian zone leading to the former Euler Hermes site.

The parking spaces in the underground parking will be equipped with charging stations for e-mobility.