Arik-Brauer-Haus, Artistic housing structure in Gumpendorfer Straße, Austria
The Arik-Brauer-Haus is a residential building on Gumpendorfer Straße in Vienna distinguished by large ceramic friezes covering its facade. The design integrates functional living space with decorative wall elements that shape the street appearance.
The structure was built between 1991 and 1993 as a public housing project under architect Peter Pelikan's design. Artist Arik Brauer's involvement introduced a new approach to residential architecture in Vienna's urban planning.
The building merges everyday housing with artistic expression through its decorated exterior that speaks directly to residents and passersby. Art becomes integrated into the street experience rather than separated in galleries, shaping how people interact with their neighborhood.
The building is located in Vienna's sixth district and is easily reached by tram and subway lines serving the area. It is best viewed on foot while walking the street, where the ceramic decorations are visible from ground level.
Artist Arik Brauer lived in the building himself, giving him direct control over the artistic vision in ways most art projects never achieve. This close connection between the creator, the artwork, and daily life shaped the building in an uncommon way.
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