Sauerbruch Hutton and Studio Gang Win Competition to Redesign German House in New York
Sauerbruch Hutton, in partnership with Studio Gang, has been selected to revamp the German House in New York following an international competition held by the Federal Republic of Germany. Situated at United Nations Plaza, this location serves as the Consulate General of Germany and the country’s Permanent Mission to the UN. This marks the inaugural collaboration between the two firms, with Sauerbruch Hutton taking the lead on design and Studio Gang acting as the executive architect. The proposal focuses on adaptive reuse to improve operational and environmental efficiency, aiming to create an accessible atmosphere, reorganize workspaces, and enhance civic engagement. Sustainability initiatives include photovoltaic panels, a new window system, and operable windows, along with a restaurant, rooftop terrace, and garden pavilion. In other news, Beijing has been designated as the UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture for 2029.
Key facts
- Sauerbruch Hutton and Studio Gang won the international competition to renovate the German House in New York.
- The competition was organized by the Federal Republic of Germany.
- The German House is located at United Nations Plaza in Manhattan.
- The building houses the Consulate General of Germany, the Permanent Mission of Germany to the UN, and cultural institutions.
- This is the first collaboration between Sauerbruch Hutton and Studio Gang.
- Sauerbruch Hutton will lead the design; Studio Gang will be the executive architect and planner.
- The proposal focuses on adaptive reuse, sustainability, and improved accessibility.
- Sustainability measures include photovoltaic panels, new windows with solar protection, and natural ventilation.
- A new sky lobby with a vertical garden is planned.
- The program includes a restaurant and a rooftop terrace with views of the East River.
- The jury praised the proposal for its architectural quality and sustainable approach.
- Beijing was named UNESCO-UIA World Capital of Architecture for 2029.
- MVRDV's Bihailou Art Village is under construction in Shenzhen.
- The Shenzhen Museum of Natural History, designed by 3XN, B+H Architects, and Zhubo Design, has opened.
Entities
Artists
- Jeanne Gang
Institutions
- Sauerbruch Hutton
- Studio Gang
- Federal Republic of Germany
- Consulate General of Germany
- Permanent Mission of Germany to the United Nations
- UNESCO
- UIA
- MVRDV
- 3XN
- B+H Architects
- Zhubo Design
- sauerbruch hutton
- German House
- SLCE Architects
- Bundesbau Baden-Württemberg
Locations
- New York
- United Nations Plaza
- Manhattan
- Berlin
- East River
- Beijing
- Shenzhen
- Hong Kong
- Germany
- New York City
- United States