A Residential Tower from the 1960s in Berlin-Neukölln is to be Extensively Refurbished

A residential tower from the 1960s in Berlin-Neukölln is to be extensively refurbished. The tower shell has never been renewed before. There is spalling on parts of the façade and corrosion. Individual flats have only been modernised sporadically by tenants in recent years. RBA is commissioned to present a comprehensive investigation report of the damage, possible measures and costs. The investigation includes structural parts, building contaminants, building services, energy efficiency investigations and general building & construction. In subsequent phases and years, the entire building is to be thoroughly refurbished in occupied condition.

6 new roof apartments completed

After 1.5 years of construction: Completion of  converted attic roofs  in Prenzlauer Allee. On about 500 m², 6 new apartments, terraces and balconies with views over the rooftops of Berlin have been created.

New refurbishment contract for local transport system (BVG)

Mixed use buildings in Berlin Wedding and Berlin Neukölln, which are partly residential and with operational facilities of the BVG. They are to be renovated and re-structured. The budget is ca. 2.6 million euros. The buildings from 1929 and 1938 are partially under monument protection. RBA is responsible for building / construction and M&E and commissioned as general planner.

Bidding as general planner

RBA were asked for a fee proposal as a general planner for a residential project in Berlin – Mitte. An Israeli investor requires a full refurbishment with attic conversion and installation of elevators. The Wilhelminian period buildings are listed. RBA have offered full services as general planners (architecture, statics, building services, building physics).

General planner – Roof conversion

RB architects + engineers were commissioned as a general planner with the attic conversion of a residential building. The roofs will be converted into new residential apartments. The contract includes the project management as well as all the necessary architectural and engineering services up to the turnkey transfer.