The client, a company specializing in the development of crop protection products, wanted more than just a place to work for their employees. The building should not only represent the corporate identity, but also create a feel-good atmosphere. The client´s vision for this project right from the start was that it should be a first-class R&D center and office building that enables staff to work in the best and most innovation-friendly environment.

It had to be brick
Without hesitation, both the client and the architect had their minds on red brick. It is a key element in this project. The color and texture of handmade red bricks provide a comfortable feeling and blend perfectly into the surroundings without losing their own character.

One material – different styles
In this project, the diverse characters of red bricks are represented through different masonry laying methods. In the he “brick courtyard” this element is used to its fullest. Besides the arched red brick installations and the masonry of a red brick stairway, the brick-blinds to the side of the R&D building is undoubtedly the most eye-catching detail. The 20-metre high brick-blinds cascades reach down from the top. On a sunny day, sunlight and breeze pass through and are filtered into geometric shades on the building’s inner façade, while the green leaves thriving in the courtyards form a bright contrast with the red bricks. The material is used here to add a soft and warm touch to the building.