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Unique city roof garden.
ALTMARKTgarten OberhausenOberhausen
Assembly greenhouse with aluminium doors October 2018 – June 2019 Widespan structure 1050 m²
Assembly greenhouse with aluminium doors
October 2018 – June 2019
Widespan structure
1050 m²
A new six-storey job centre was built on the site of a former market hall at Oberhausen’s Altmarkt. With its distinctive architecture and extensive greenery, the building creates a striking landmark in the heart of Alt-Oberhausen.
More than 20 metres above ground level, an urban farming greenhouse was constructed on the roof of the building. Strawberries, lettuce and herbs, among other crops, are grown here.
A key feature of the project is the connection between the building and food production. Rainwater is collected and used for cultivation, while waste heat and treated wastewater from the building’s operation are incorporated into the concept. This allows existing resources to be used directly for crop production on the roof.
A vertical garden extends the concept to the façade and creates a visual connection with the rooftop greenhouse. The steel structure, which extends over six storeys, also serves as a secondary escape route.
Foto copyright: Hiepler Brunier
