Fritz-Foerster-Bau, Heritage university building at TU Dresden, Germany
The Fritz-Foerster-Bau is a university building at TU Dresden featuring red brick facades with vertical pilasters arranged in a U-shaped layout. The structure connects different parts of the campus and contains offices, workspaces, and lecture halls for the university.
The building was constructed between 1922 and 1926 under architect Martin Dülfer and initially housed the main chemistry departments. After decades of use, it underwent a comprehensive renovation completed in 2023 that updated its structure for modern university needs.
The architecture blends neoclassical elements with reform-style features visible in its triangular gables and geometric stained glass windows. These windows with their clear patterns shape how people move through the interior courtyards and corridors.
The building is easy to spot from outside and its U-shape provides multiple campus entrances, making orientation simple. The interior courtyard creates a sheltered space that invites visitors to pause while exploring the campus.
The building's lead glass windows were hand-crafted and display geometric patterns typical of 1920s craftsmanship. This elaborate glasswork is rare today and shows the commitment to artisanal quality in the original construction.
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