Villa Plange

Villa Plange is a modernist residential building in Soest with a cubic form, reddish brick walls, and large white-painted wooden windows beneath a nearly flat roof with minimal slope. The open spatial layout and extensive glazing create bright interiors while establishing a visual link to the surrounding landscape.

The building was constructed in 1927 for Johanna and Captain Wilhelm Plange following modernist design principles of that era. After sustaining severe damage in World War II, it was reconstructed according to the original plans and survives in this restored form.

The furnishings were made by Richmodishaus in Cologne and demonstrate the Bauhaus principle of uniting architecture with design. Visitors can observe how the furniture, carpets, and lighting were created specifically for these spaces.

The building currently houses the economic development office of Soest County and is not open to the public for interior visits. However, the exterior can be viewed at any time and provides insight into the modernist design approach.

The roof features an unusual nearly flat slope of just 5 degrees, a revolutionary detail for 1927 that embodied the Bauhaus ideal of pure geometric form. This almost level roofline was rare in private residential architecture at that time and demonstrated bold application of modern design principles.