Wernerwerk-Hochhaus

The Wernerwerk-Hochhaus is a twelve-story office tower in Siemensstadt with a steel frame and brick exterior punctuated by stepped windows framed in stone. The building stands at Siemensdamm 50-54 and marks the eastern entrance to the industrial complex.

Hans Hertlein designed the structure between 1928 and 1930 as a modern office tower for Siemens. World War II damage was extensive, leading to complete reconstruction work in 1972 that restored its original form.

The building housed a library, canteen, and conference hall on the tenth floor where Siemens workers gathered. These spaces shaped daily routines and created spots for informal meetings among colleagues.

The tower sits close to Siemensbahn station, making public transit access straightforward. Keep in mind it functions as an active office building, so interior access is typically limited to business purposes.

The central stairwell tower features asymmetric vertical window strips and a north-facing clock on its facade. This design draws from the New Objectivity movement, a German approach that merged practical function with artistic form.

Location: Spandau

Architects: Hans Hertlein

GPS coordinates: 52.53509,13.27408

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:42