Exzenterhaus

The Exzenterhaus is an office building in Bochum that reaches approximately 90 meters in height with a distinctive glass facade. Its floor plan consists of three sections that curve outward, creating a characteristic design with extending arms.

The structure was built upon the foundations of a World War II air raid shelter that provided refuge to many during the war years. This modern development over this historical foundation shows how Bochum evolved after rebuilding.

The name Exzenterhaus comes from the Latin term 'ex centro' and reflects the design where each of the three wings extends outward from the central axis. This naming choice shapes how visitors and locals perceive and discuss this building today.

The building connects directly to the Oskar-Hofmann-Straße subway station, making access by public transport very straightforward. The glass facade offers good views of the interior layout from outside, and the protruding balconies define its striking appearance.

The protruding balconies follow the direction of the cantilever structure and extend roughly 4.5 meters from the core. This constructive detail is not immediately obvious but shapes the distinctive spatial quality that visitors experience around the building.