Deutschlandhaus, Office building in Westend, Berlin, Germany
Description
The Deutschlandhaus is a six-story office building with retail spaces located at Theodor-Heuss-Platz 5-7 in Berlin's Westend district. The structure follows a clear geometric design and contains multiple entrances along with several thousand square meters of usable floor area.
History
The building was constructed between 1927 and 1931 according to designs by architect Heinrich Straumer and reflects the principles of New Objectivity. This style shaped German architecture during the Weimar Republic and influenced how modern buildings were designed during that period.
Culture
The building served as home to television studios for Sender Freies Berlin from 1954 to 1970, playing a role in early German broadcasting. During those years, productions created here influenced how television developed in the country.
Practical
The building is conveniently located near major transportation connections, making it easy to reach by public transit. Multiple entrances provide comfortable access from different sides of the site.
Did you know?
A commemorative plaque on the facade marks the collaboration between businessman Heinrich Mendelssohn and architect Heinrich Straumer. This inscription records an important partnership that brought this notable structure to life.
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