City Tower Essen, High-rise office building in Essen, Germany.
The City Tower reaches a height of 57 meters with 15 floors, featuring straight lines and minimalist design elements in the International Style architecture.
Friedrich Wilhelm Kraemer completed the construction of this commercial structure in 1963, during the period of Germany's economic growth and urban development.
The building reflects the architectural principles of the Braunschweiger Schule, which Kraemer established as a training program for modern German design.
The tower serves multiple businesses and organizations, providing office spaces in the central district of Essen with direct access to public transportation.
The structure represents one of the earliest examples of International Style architecture in post-war Essen, marking the city's transformation into a modern metropolis.
Location: Essen
Inception: 1963
Architects: Friedrich Wilhelm Kraemer
Architectural style: International Style
Floors above the ground: 15
Height: 57 m
GPS coordinates: 51.45614,7.00528
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:59
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