Haus K. in O.

Haus K. in O. is a three-story villa in Othmarschen featuring a flat roof and ceramic tile surfaces. The building combines formal reception spaces on the ground floor with private living quarters above, alongside separate structures for staff and vehicles.

Architect Martin Elsaesser designed the villa in the early 1930s for cigarette manufacturer Philipp Fürchtegott Reemtsma. After World War II, British occupation forces commandeered the property for several years as an officers' residence.

The ground floor contains formal areas including a dining room with gilded ceiling, while private spaces occupy the upper level of this architectural structure.

The property sits in a quiet residential area and can be viewed from outside, though parts remain private. Visitors should note that interior access may not always be available and permission may be needed for detailed exploration.

The interiors reveal a striking blend of modernism and luxury, featuring gilded ceilings and high-quality finishes from the interwar period. This contrast between the austere modern exterior and the refined interior makes the house distinctive.

Location: Altona

Architects: Martin Elsaesser

Part of: Villa Reemtsma mit Reemtsma-Park

GPS coordinates: 53.55092,9.87562

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:42