Rathaus Wilhelmshaven, City hall in Wilhelmshaven, Germany.
Description
Rathaus Wilhelmshaven is the municipal administration building standing at 48 meters tall with geometric forms and a striking red brick exterior in the Brick Expressionist style. The facade displays clean lines and prominent vertical elements that make it recognizable from various points in the city.
History
Architect Johann Friedrich Hoger designed this municipal building between 1927 and 1930 during a period when Wilhelmshaven was expanding and needed new civic structures. The project reflected a broader architectural movement that was reshaping German city centers at that time.
Culture
The building serves as the civic center where the city's administrative work happens and where residents come for official matters. Its strong brick facade has become a recognizable symbol for people navigating the city center.
Practical
The building sits centrally in Wilhelmshaven and is easily reached by walking through the city center from main streets and squares. Keep in mind that it is an active government workplace, so some interior spaces may have restricted access for official business.
Did you know?
The building was designed by an architect who also created other significant structures in the brick style and helped shape an entire architectural movement. His works today appear in several German cities and are considered milestones of this design direction.
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