PROJECTS / HOLZSILO
From Grain Silo to Loft Offices - The Evolution of Industrial Heritage
Die Plange Mühle is a former grain mill, built between 1906 and 1934, and is a listed historical building. Ingenhoven Architects have converted the historic structure into a high-quality office building in loft style. Strotmann and Partner were commissioned with the cleaning, restoration, and conservation of the concrete, plaster, and brick surfaces inside the building. Their meticulous work has demonstrated their commitment to preserving architectural heritage.
Pre-restoration Condition of a Heavily Damaged and Crumbling Plastered Concrete Wall before restoration. Concrete surface with heavily damaged and crumbling plaster.
Surface Renovation with Removal of Excess Elements and Staining Treatment The surface was completely renovated. All excess elements were removed and treated with a stain. The surface is smooth, yet the old industrial authenticity remains intact.
Before Renovation: The Wall is Too Unsettled and Damaged Before renovation, the wall is too unsettled and has damage.
Raw and Industrial Appearance After restoration, the wall has acquired a very raw and industrial look.
Leaks in the Area of the Formwork Joints Leaky formwork and running cement slurry.
Every detail was considered to maintain the authenticity and original aesthetic of the surfaces. The result is a perfect harmony between past and present, where historical elements coexist seamlessly with the needs and requirements of modern living and working spaces.
Perfect and Complete Surface Reconstruction Heavily damaged formwork concrete in the vault is visible. Cement enrichment and darkening.
Before Treatment: Leaks in the Area of the Formwork Joints Before the treatment of the vaults, many formwork joints are leaking, with gaps in the area of the formwork joints.
