Home of the Weimar Republic / Muffler Architekten PartG mbB

Context. Historic occasions form identification, and this holds true for the constructing at Theaterplatz 4. Situated instantly throughout from the numerous Weimar Nationwide Theatre, it performs a vital function within the metropolis’s narrative. This heritage-listed former carriage depot (1823) stands as a witness to a various historical past. Like town itself, the constructing has undergone quite a few architectural transformations. Its most up-to-date incarnation as an artwork gallery, often called the “Bauhaus Museum,” strategically aligns with Theaterplatz, showcasing its grand facade. Whereas the unique symmetrical idea has been considerably obscured by alterations to the facet annexes, the artwork gallery’s expansive exhibition area emerges clearly from its unique symmetry. Nonetheless, whereas the constructing’s connection to the sq. is well-defined and architecturally vital, this precision is misplaced within the rear portion.

City Design. The general neighborhood is present process a metamorphosis with the design of the “Home of the Weimar Republic.” The museum goals to bestow a particular identification upon the Zeughofquartier, serving as its distinguished and prestigious centerpiece. The spoil of the previous armory, carefully linked to the Home of the Weimar Republic, performs a significant function on this transformation. The preserved outer partitions of the armory’s base intersect with the construction of the artwork gallery, offering a tangible hyperlink between the histories of each buildings, contributing to their shared identification, and providing a possibility to revitalize the rear space of the present artwork gallery.

Idea. The design follows a easy but clear idea: enhancing the present by minimal interventions. The lobby, museum store, and cloakroom function an introduction to the constructing, granting entry to the expansive corridor of the artwork gallery. This area homes the preliminary part of the exhibition and can be versatile sufficient to accommodate occasions or particular exhibitions. In a logical development, the portal of the corridor is mirrored on its rear wall, making a seamless transition to the extension. The brand new construction interacts with the present, sustaining a respectful distance moderately than engulfing it. A light-weight circulation aspect serves as a connecting aspect between the present and new constructing, seamlessly integrating all ranges of the Home of the Weimar Republic at their vertical intersection. This design additionally gives a direct experiential reference to the armory ruins.

Performance. The extension of the museum is constructed upon the muse of the armory ruins, consisting of three distinct but purposeful areas. The backyard stage encompasses areas of political schooling, housing a multifunctional room, and a small café. With its clear design and openness on all sides, this area fosters a reference to the environment. The inside is minimally partitioned, with a deal with the historic base partitions of the armory. The center stage continues the exhibition area, offering flexibility by movable partitions or inserted constructions. This impartial area locations emphasis on the museal presentation, whereas strategically positioned home windows provide direct views of the open space. The higher stage serves as a hub for scientific analysis, accommodating places of work, assembly areas, and a library inside a versatile framework. A steady band of home windows ensures ample pure mild and establishes a reference to the surface setting. The basement stays principally unchanged, serving as storage and technical areas, whereas the general public restrooms shall be renovated to align with the general design.

Materiality and Development. The design goals to exude a way of tranquility and presence. The extension seamlessly continues the narrative of the artwork gallery, respiration new life into its identification. To attain this, a homogeneous construction shall be added to the present heterogeneous constructing, embodying a traditional magnificence. A easy and uncooked strengthened concrete framework gives the muse, whereas the bottom flooring seamlessly blends inside and exterior areas, accentuating the historic partitions of the armory. The stable construction above seems to drift, with home windows thoughtfully built-in to serve their objective. The inside areas function understated surfaces and sustainable supplies, creating easy, plastered rooms. To focus on its clear and unified impact, the museum’s extension shall be clad in a dress-like facade. White rounded tubes adorn the outside, symbolizing an enlargement of capabilities whereas retaining the present construction as a backdrop.