Haslauer-Block, Neoclassical residential building in Ludwigstrasse, Munich, Germany.
The Haslauer-Block is a neoclassical residential building on Ludwigstrasse in Munich that extends from Von-der-Tann-Strasse to Schonfeldstrasse. The structure is accessed through three separate gates that lead to two inner courtyards, creating the typical layout of an urban residential complex.
Architect Leo von Klenze designed this building between 1827 and 1830 on King Ludwig I's orders to maintain visual harmony along Ludwigstrasse. Following complete destruction in World War II, architect Erwin Schleich faithfully reconstructed it from 1960 to 1968 using Klenze's original drawings.
The building embodies early 19th-century Munich's vision for urban design, with three original houses concealed behind a single unified facade in Florentine style. This approach allowed the street to maintain a cohesive look while accommodating the practical needs of a growing city.
The building currently houses the Munich School of Politics and various office spaces that are not immediately visible from outside. Visitors can view the striking neoclassical facade from Ludwigstrasse and glimpse the interior layout through its entrance gates.
The building demonstrates Klenze's urban design ideals, though few visitors realize that its inner courtyards were once permeable to the public. This historical openness made the block a more active part of the city's fabric than its current closed appearance suggests.
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