House of the Consumers' co-operative (Haus des Konsumvereins) (1927)

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#Apartment house #Magdeburg #1927

Architects

Ochtmann

Developers

Konsumverein für Magdeburg und Umgebung

Address and directions

Olvenstedter Straße 28
39108 Magdeburg, Germany

Public transport: Wilhelmstädter Platz

Today's use: Apartments and shops

The Consumers' co-operative wanted to show that they are "modern".

Description

An early attempt to create an impressive building with only few geometrical and architectural shapes. The balconies on the corner are on the same level as the majority of the facdes. To form the balconies, the main building line at the corner is set back. Additional horizontal lines underline the expressive architecture of the house. The ground floor once housed the shop of the Konsumverein. The first to third floors are used for living, the top floor with the small windows serves as an attic.

Description

An early attempt to create an impressive building with only few geometrical and architectural shapes. The balconies on the corner are on the same level as the majority of the facdes. To form the balconies, the main building line at the corner is set back. Additional horizontal lines underline the expressive architecture of the house. The ground floor once housed the shop of the Konsumverein. The first to third floors are used for living, the top floor with the small windows serves as an attic.

History

The house was built between 1927 and 1928.

History

The house was built between 1927 and 1928.

Facades
plaster
Windows
casement fixed
Roof
flat
Details
balcony
Position
along a street periphere/neighbourhood
Storeys
5

Impressions

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