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⚽️ It’s the day of the finals! All football eyes are on the Olympic Stadium Berlin as Spain and England face off in the final of UEFA EURO 2024 at 9pm today. ⚽️ Located in the heart of the historic sports and events area Olympiapark Berlin, the 71,000-seat stadium is the largest venue in the tournament and hosts six matches. This month, Berlin celebrates not only the final but also the twentieth anniversary of the conversion of the Olympic Stadium. gmp was responsible for the highly acclaimed conversion and roofing of the arena designed by Werner March in 1936. The conversion of the Olympic Stadium from 2000–2004 was a balancing act between the demands of a modern sports facility and the careful preservation of its protected architectural heritage. A standout feature of the renovated stadium is the new roof, which encompasses all tiers and is equipped with continuous floodlighting ("ring of fire"). Today, the stadium is a versatile venue, hosting a wide range of events from pontifical masses to music festivals. Yet it has been preserved as an architectural work of art and a historical monument. We are pleased to be part of this history and congratulate on the anniversary of the renovation. Here's to a great final match! structural engineering: schlaich bergermann partner #gmp #gmpArchitects #gmpNews #Olympiastadion #Berlin #EURO2024

There is now plenty of "Tam Tam" in #Hamburg - and we couldn't be happier about it! This is because the innovative food market "Le Big Tam Tam" big opens today, Friday, June 12, in an iconic gmp building: in the "Hanseviertel Passage" in the heart of Hamburg. Here, the new gastronomy concept will be taking over the space under the large glass dome. The arcade was opened in 1980 and listed as a historical monument in 2017. For gmp, it was particularly of great value to restore the infrastructure and the restaurant space, while studio aisslinger was responsible for the interior design. Over a construction period of two and a half years, a gastronomy area for up to 500 guests was created. With its combination of architecture, culinary delights, a central bar and space for events it sets new standards in the city center. "Le Big Tam Tam" is a community of entrepreneurs from Hamburg's gastronomy scene under the management of tellerrand consulting GmbH. Until now, Underdocks Hamburg, Momoramen, Miguelez, Überquell and Yeahboy have mainly been represented in the city's popular districts (outside the city center) - and are now bringing Mexican street food, fried (vegan) chicken, fish sandwiches 2.0, ramen and much more to the heart of the Hanseatic city. Congratulations on your opening! The Hanseviertel is the "grande dame of Hamburg's shopping arcades" and was built between 1978 and 1980 on 30 former individual plots. The entire complex was designed by Prof. Volkwin Marg and built under his direction. More information on the "Hanseviertel" can be found on our website: https://lnkd.in/eg5BsHtZ Find out about what Le Big Tam Tam has to offer via this link: https://lebigtamtam.com/de © Catrin-Anja Eichinger © Marcus Bredt #gmp #gmpArchitekten #gmpNews #BuildingInHistoricContext #HistoricContext #BauenImBestand #AdaptiveReuse

ICCF Garden on Hengshan Road in Shanghai: After the conversion according to our design, the fashion group ICCF uses the ensemble as shops for its ICICLE and CARVEN fashion brands, as well as for exhibitions, a bookshop, a restaurant, and a café. The timber construction of the roofs, staircases, and floors, as well as the wooden doors and windows were exposed as much as possible and partially reconstructed in order to re-establish their natural appearance. Combined with furniture made of recycled wood, these complement the light natural shades of the materials used for the ICCF interior. With the new flagship store, a place for fashion and culture has been created that combines the historic ambience with the modern elegance of the ICCF label.   For more information on the project, architecture and fashion visit www.gmp.de/iccf and www.gmp.de/fashion   © CreatAR Images © Sui Sicong ICICLE #gmp #gmpArchitekten #gmpNews #BuildingInHistoricContext #HistoricContext #BauenImBestand #Umbau #retail #fashion #Innenarchitektur #Interiordesign #Shanghai

Nestled in a lush garden in Shanghai’s historic Hengfu area, a new retail facility with an innovative concept for fashionistas and casual passers-by has been created. According to our drawings, the ensemble on Hengshan Road, a busy avenue with restaurants and historic villas, was converted into a flagship store for the ICCF fashion group. For the purpose of the conversion, we pursued a holistic concept involving architecture and outside space, as well as existing and new structures. The appearance of the ensemble was developed based on the architectural style of the listed buildings. Both buildings, a former fire station and a villa from the 1920s, were largely restored to their original designs. The two buildings from the 1990s were remodeled to be recognizable as new constructions with simple forms, while adopting the facade structure, materials, and arch motif from the older buildings.   For more information on the project, architecture and fashion visit www.gmp.de/iccf and www.gmp.de/fashion   Photos © CreatAR Images Drawings © gmp Architects ICICLE   #gmp #gmpArchitekten #gmpNews #BuildingInHistoricContext #HistoricContext #BauenImBestand #Umbau #retail #fashion #Shanghai

As Berlin Fashion Week draws to a close, here’s a throwback to our exhibition "Architecture x Fashion – A Dialogue," curated in collaboration with the fashion label ICICLE. It was shown in Shanghai in 2018 and in Hamburg in 2019. For more than a decade, gmp has enjoyed a close collaboration with ICICLE. The fashion label’s designers were inspired by the architecture of the buildings designed by gmp for ICICLE in China, to create a unique fashion collection. The exhibition juxtaposed these designs with the architecture in large-format photographs, highlighting many similarities in concept, structure, and form. The design philosophies of gmp and ICICLE are very similar: On different scales, both seek timeless, minimalist designs with strong silhouettes. Both companies are committed to developing and using sustainable materials and production methods in order to use natural resources responsibly. The result of this collaboration is a series of elegant boutiques, showrooms, and modern production facilities that reflect the values of both ICICLE and gmp. Over the coming days, we will be sharing some of these projects that highlight the exciting synergy between fashion and architecture. Stay tuned!   For more information on architecture and fashion, visit: www.gmp.de/fashion   © Marcus Bredt © ICICLE   #gmp #gmpArchitekten #gmpNews #BuildingInHistoricContext #HistoricContext #BauenImBestand #Umbau #retail #fashion #berlinfashionweek #throwbackthursday

Once a year, our offices from Hamburg, Berlin, and Aachen come together to celebrate one of the most important things for gmp: us, the team! 🥂 We were happy that also colleagues from our Chinese offices were able to join us, as well! This year's summer party was extra special as we celebrated in the recently reopened Hyparschale in Magdeburg, meticulously restored and converted by us. Our design objective was to breathe new life into the Hyparschale, listed as a historic monument since 1998, transforming it into a multifunctional event and exhibition venue. And can you believe? We were the first ones to celebrate and use the new Hyparschale! A huge thank you to the City of #Magdeburg and our project partners for making this special party possible. And a heartfelt thank you to all our teams for coming and making this party so unique! We cannot wait for next year’s summer party! 🎪 🎊 🪩 #gmp #gmpArchitekten #gmpNews #summerparty #gmpnews #team #magdeburg #hyparschale © gmp

A match interruption due to heavy rain? The national teams of Portgual and Slovenia certainly don't have to worry about that tonight. They will meet in the quarterfinals at Frankfurt's Deutsche Bank Park Stadium - and can rely on dry playing conditions. For the 2006 World Cup, gmp Architekten equipped the stadium with a roofing system, that is quicky adaptable to changing weather conditions. The folding roof is attached to a membrane in the middle of a cable structure. The material-saving principle of this "gather-up roof" was developed by schlaich bergermann partner. Rainwater is extracted using a compressed air process. Similar to a spoke-wheel, a steel element forms the outer compressive ring, the hub. Two tension rings are positioned at the inner roof edge and kept apart by struts. The connections between tension and compressive rings consist of radial cables, which together with six suspended ropes form the rope girders. Additional radial cables are positioned between the tension rings and the central knot. Located centrally above the pitch a multimedia cube is suspended from this central knot, which simultaneously houses the inner roof membrane. The cylindrical drum protects the folded-up membrane and opens and closes like a blossom, when the roof is extended. In light of this, nobody will be left out in the rain tonight if another spectacular weather situation occurs! For more information on the project, visit https://lnkd.in/eT5hAMt7   Photos: © Heiner Leiska Gif: © gmp #gmp #gmpArchitects #gmpNews #Sportarchitektur #Sportbauten #SportArchitecture #EURO2024 #Frankfurt #Portugal #Slovenia 

Spotlight on the RheinEnergie Stadium in Cologne! It will be the venue for the European Championship Round of 16 match between Spain and Georgia at 9pm today. In 2001, our office won the competition to build this stadium. The city of Cologne had applied to host the 2006 World Cup. A prerequisite for this was a stadium that met FIFA’s criteria. The old Müngersdorfer Stadium was therefore gradually demolished and rebuilt according to gmp’s plans – without interrupting the playing season. The new RheinEnergie Stadium was opened after just two years of construction, and the city of Cologne hosted five World Cup matches, becoming part of the “Sommermärchen” (summer fairytale). With its steeply rising stands, the arena is considered one of the most atmospheric stadiums in Germany and has gained cult status as a football venue. Its four distinctive, illuminated steel towers have become landmarks of the city of Cologne. The stadium holds around 45,000 fans and is a versatile venue for concerts and other events – legends such as Queen and the Rolling Stones have performed here. In 2005, the new RheinEnergie Stadium was awarded the bronze medal by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as one of the world’s best sports venues. This year, the stadium celebrates its 20th anniversary - congratulations and best wishes for a great football match tonight! © Photos: Marcus Bredt © Drawings: gmp Architekten #gmp #gmparchitects #gmpnews #Rheinenergiestadion #Cologne #EURO2024 #sport #architecture

From 1980 until 1998 the Tempodrom as an unconventional cultural institution provided space for 3,500 people in two big tops. The nowadays outstanding structural feature is the 37 m high tent-like roof construction made from concrete above the Large Arena, with daylight entering through the glazed opening in its zenith. The symbolic roof form is a constructive interpretation of the phenomenon, which has characterized the identity of the Tempodrom in the past – the experience of the tent atmosphere. In the Liquidrom natural materials are used primarily. The floors and walls in the wet and bathing areas are clad with a greenish-grey natural stone; the walls of all other rooms are finished with refined fair-faced concrete. The wall cladding is made from untreated red cedar; the ceilings are suspended and dark coated. © Photos: Marcus Bredt © Model Photos: Heiner Leiska © Drawings: gmp Architekten #gmp #gmparchitects #gmpnews #Tempodrom #Liquidrom #Berlin #Culture #Architectur

🎉 Happy 25th Birthday to the Weimarhalle! 🎉 Standing tall with its bright western facade, the Weimarhalle forms a stunning boundary to the wide parkland by the River Ilm in Weimar. Designed to be transparent and open, the building offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and a glimpse into its elegant interior. Inside, the concert auditorium shines as an independent element. The large hall is versatile, with movable partitions on the first and second floors that can transform the space to suit various events. The wooden structure and bright atmosphere make it a dynamic venue for any occasion. Surrounding the auditorium are spacious foyers with glass facades that seamlessly blend the outdoors with the indoors. The new design maintains the charm of the original hall, with only minor modern updates. A seminar building, added beyond the southern courtyard, offers additional space and can be used independently. Serpentine ramps connect both forecourts with the park, creating a harmonious flow between the Weimarhalle and its natural surroundings. Here's to 25 years of architectural beauty, cultural events, and unforgettable moments at the Weimarhalle! 🥂 For more information on the project, visit https://lnkd.in/evSFJ8qk Photos © Marcus Bredt Drawings & Model © gmp #gmp #gmparchitects #gmpnews #Weimarhalle #25Years #Architecture #Anniversary #Weimar #CulturalVenue #EventSpace