Visitor Centre “Gärten der Welt”, Berlin

It was a challenge to create a visitor centre featuring a varied food court and event area, with a garden city bordering a landscaped zone. The concept features a compact construction which reduces the amount of built surface in favour of the green setting, achieving harmonious integration into the natural environment. The building stands in strong opposition to the Blumberger Damm, but also provides a link to the Gardens of the World leisure park. The green inner courtyard and the vast open forecourt connect the visitor centre to the natural environment. With its clearly defined structure, the centre provides visitors with a warm and secure welcome. Openness and transparency are achieved through the judicious use of materials, light and open space.