PROJECTS / CENTRAL PARK BERLIN
Central Park Berlin Germany
The "Schlossplatz" in Berlin once marked the historic heart of the city, where East and West Berlin were reunified in 1990 following the collapse of communism. Rather than reconstructing the former City Palace on this site, ingenhoven architects proposed a space free from ideology: a Central Park that invites people to gather, relax, and reflect. This proposal is adaptable to any future use that subsequent generations may deem fitting for this location, serving as at least a temporary solution for the site.The original City Palace, an expansive baroque complex with a dome designed by architect Andreas Schlüter, was primarily the residence of the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia. It was demolished in 1950 by the German Democratic Republic. After
Germany's reunification, the decision was made to rebuild the exterior of the palace, with its reconstructed façades maintaining the original cubature, while the interior will feature modern design. This new building, known as the Humboldtforum, is set to be completed in 2019.
Similar to Central Park in Manhattan, Hyde Park in London, and the Tuileries in Paris, a central park on this site could infuse the area with new vitality, bridging a period of reflection and leading to a redevelopment that is truly meaningful and appropriate for the location. Alternatively, the park could become a permanent fixture. The idea is to let trees thrive instead of erecting barricades, nurturing a seed of potential and allowing a thoughtful solution to emerge for what should grow on this historic ground. Additionally, the park offers an interim solution for an unresolved aspect of the urban plan, while not hindering future development.
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Exhibition at Aedis architecture Forum 2001