The innovative exterior of Kö-Bogen II, designed by Christoph Ingenhoven, featuring a distinctive facade with lush greenery and modern architectural elements
The innovative exterior of Kö-Bogen II, designed by Christoph Ingenhoven, featuring a distinctive facade with lush greenery and modern architectural elements
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8 Kilometres of Hornbeam Hedges – Europe’s Largest Green Facade
The facade with 8 kilometres of hornbeam hedges and over 30,000 plants is an essential element of the Kö-Bogen II commercial and office building. The ensemble signifies the culmination of a comprehensive urban renewal initiative in central Düsseldorf. Moreover, it symbolizes a paradigm shift in urban planning, marking a transition away from the automotive-centric era towards a more human-centered approach.
Düsseldorf’s new city centre
Today, the Hofgarten has reclaimed its place in the city center, where a raised motorway once dominated the scenery. The sloping green facades of Kö-Bogen II face each other, creating a composition reminiscent of Land Art. This new complex intentionally blurs the distinction between urban environment and parkland. Together, these structures create a vibrant gateway to Gustaf-Gründgens-Platz, offering expansive views of post-war modernist landmarks.
Featuring Europe’s largest green facade, it presents an urban strategy in response to climate change. Restoring greenery to the cityscape has been a longstanding commitment for Christoph Ingenhoven across diverse climate zones and decades. Through the supergreen® concept, Ingenhoven adopts a holistic approach to sustainability.
