THE ARCHITECTURAL CONCEPT

The building looks like a crystal growing out of the ground. Vibrant lines intensify the building’s energetic aura, alternating sunlight and cloud shadows give the outer surface a fascinating vivacity. The building’s interior is pleasantly open and transparent and affords extraordinary spatial experiences. What the eye does not see at first glance, however, are the eco-friendly building services.

The RHEINZINK reception building, designed by Daniel Libeskind, is an impressive blend of design and sustainability. The Libeskind Villa stands for aesthetics, exclusivity, premium materials, innovative energy technology and sustainable construction. It also stands for a new type of private home because it is part of the “Signature Series”, the designer home concept by the Berlin-based proportion GmbH. In collaboration with internationally renowned architects, this company designs residential sculptures, which set themselves apart by virtue of their extravagant contemporary architecture; these sculptures are being erected in a limited number all over the world.

The first structure in this new building type was designed by Daniel Libeskind, who gave it an extraordinary look. Acute and obtuse angles, diagonal and vertical walls, some building parts encapsulating others, seamless transitions between rooms, and a balcony with a screen that offers both privacy and sun protection: all these elements combined create a unique atmosphere and a striking piece of architecture. Metal roof and facade liners wrap around the different structural elements merging them into a spectacular work of art.

Since RHEINZINK will use the Libeskind Villa’s prototype as a reception building, and not as a residential building, a few functional alterations have been introduced. The impressive entrance hall is reception area and lobby in one. From there, a folded-plate self-supporting staircase leads to the upper storey, which houses several meeting rooms. The ground floor has another meeting room, utility rooms and – facing the plant entrance – the plant security room.

The Libeskind Villa’s architectural highlight is the Grand Room, where tall, oversized windows and a slanted ceiling rising up to a lofty height of 7 metres exude a dazzling, dynamic energy. The Grand Room is reached via the lobby and is designed to house events and exhibitions. This impressive ambience is where RHEINZINK tells visitors about the company and its history and showcases its products and technologies.