Stichweh-Wohnhaus, Architectural heritage monument in Nord, Germany.
The Stichweh-Wohnhaus is a residential building in the Hanover-Nordstadt district, characterized by yellow brick walls, narrow window bands, and metal columns supporting a canopy at the entrance. This two-story structure stands at Alleehof 4 in an upscale villa neighborhood near the Herrenhäuser Gardens.
Renowned architect Walter Gropius designed this residential building between 1952 and 1953 as his first post-war construction project in Germany. It was also his sole work in Hanover and represented a statement for the revival of modern architecture in the post-war period.
Today the building functions as an exhibition space and offices for the Association of German Architects BDA Lower Saxony and the Architecture Promotion Association. Visitors can experience regular exhibitions and events that showcase the work of contemporary and international design practices.
The building sits in a quiet residential neighborhood with good access through its proximity to the Herrenhäuser Gardens and other cultural institutions. Visitors should note that it is an actively used office building, so it is worth checking in advance if exhibitions or events are open to the public.
Behind the ship cabin-like entrance areas lies a spacious living environment designed to meet modern lifestyle needs of the 1950s. This contrast between the exterior facade and the interior spatial layout shows Gropius' innovative approach to functional residential design.
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