Berlin, 2025
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HELMHOUSE is a modern seven-storey residential building nestled among a historic row of Art Nouveau and transitional style buildings in the heart of Berlin's Prenzlauer Berg district.

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Its architectural language is clearly rooted in the 21st century, while at the same time forming a worthy addition to the historic buildings in the neighbourhood. The project fills a gap in the typical Berlin perimeter block development on Senefelder Strasse, not far from Helmholtzplatz, which also gave the project its name.

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The U-shaped ensemble is conceptually based on the typical Berlin residential courtyard, consisting of a front building, side wings and a garden house, which enclose a green inner courtyard.

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The communal courtyard is intensively landscaped and offers recreational areas and a small playground. The project comprises 21 flats with various living concepts: two three-storey townhouses, barrier-free flats and medium to large residential units.

Photo © Yasu Kojima
Photo © Yasu Kojima
Photo © Yasu Kojima
Photo © Yasu Kojima

The staircase with its expressively curved handrails was also designed by TCHOBAN VOSS Architects.

Photo © Yasu Kojima
Photo © Yasu Kojima
Photo © Yasu Kojima

The basement houses the cellar rooms and a garage with parking spaces for bicycles and cars, which are equipped for e-mobility.

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