In 1953, a unique structure arose in Düsseldorf, the Aluminiumhaus. It stands proudly on Jägerhofstraße 29 in the Pempelfort district. The Aluminiumhaus isn’t just a building. It’s a testament to post-war architectural innovation. Designed by Helmut Hentrich and Hans Heuser, with Hubert Petschnigg assisting, it was originally built for the Olga van Meeteren company. The architects envisioned a combined residential and office space. The building’s most striking feature is its aluminum-clad supports. These supports create vertical lines across the glass facade. This distinctive design element gives the Aluminiumhaus its name. The building is also stylistically related to the Drahthaus. The five-story structure boasts a cantilevered roof slab. Each floor is fully glazed, maximizing natural light. The aluminum-clad supports taper conically towards the front, adding a dynamic visual element. Horizontal bands of plastered balconies with steel rod railings further enhance the facade’s texture. The Aluminiumhaus has served various purposes throughout its history. Since May 2020, it has housed the offices of the newly established Haus der Geschichte Nordrhein-Westfalen Foundation. This foundation focuses on preserving and showcasing the history of North Rhine-Westphalia. The Aluminiumhaus continues to be a remarkable example of post-war architecture in Düsseldorf.
Rank-Xerox-Haus
“Imagine working in a building shaped like a honeycomb!”” Right here, you see the Rank-Xerox-Haus, a masterpiece of Brutalist architecture.