KNE Niederprüm, Germany

The new operational and administrative headquarters for the firm KNE represents an important early step for the expansion of the L11 retail park in Niederprüm, Germany. The distinctive cubular building with its eye-catching size, blends assertively into the steep hilly landscape, forming a landmark in its natural setting. The concrete base works with the ground slope, fitting into the topography. The administrative and operational buildings are separated from the depot yard, forming a specific complex characterised by a front with vertical timber cladding. The exterior is a physical expression of the company’s ecological vision.