Remember the scent of hops and malt lingering in the air? We are standing before the Viktoria-Quartier. It was once the site of the large Schultheiss brewery in Berlin-Kreuzberg. The Viktoria-Quartier has transformed over 15 years into a showcase neighborhood.
Let’s dive into the story of this amazing place. The old Schultheiss brewery is now the Viktoria-Quartier. The buildings have been renovated. New buildings complement the old fabric. It creates a harmonious effect. There are around 450 apartments here. Around 50 commercial units also reside here.
Existing buildings were renovated. They were also extended. New builds are situated towards the edges of the site. The new buildings enclose the historic buildings. Look up. Can you see how the architecture merges the past and present?
An underground car park lies beneath the Viktoria-Quartier. This has made the district traffic-free. Hidden courtyards offer tranquil escapes. Cosy gardens invite you to linger. The Viktoria-Quartier demonstrates high-density development. It can be highly attractive. It has become an urban development concept.
The Penta Gruppe played a key role in marketing the condominium apartments. They were working for the developer Baywobau Berlin. They were fully involved in the project’s success.
The Schankgebäude stands on the former grounds. It is also called Sixtus Villa. It was part of Department II of the Schultheiss brewery. You can find it on Methfesselstraße in Berlin-Kreuzberg. The brewery buildings were built in two stages. This was between 1857-59 and 1862-73. It was for the Brauerei Tivoli. Schultheiss took over in 1891. Karl Teichen built the Schankgebäude in 1901. It’s in the style of a medieval castle. The preserved historic brewery buildings and the drinking house are listed as a historic ensemble.
The project developed an area of approximately 50000 square meters. It sits at the foot of the hill. The hill gave the Kreuzberg area its name. The former brewery was planned to become a new city center residential district. It includes loft apartments and retail space. There is also an underground parking garage with 650 parking spaces. An underground museum was also planned. This was according to plans by the American architect Fredrick Fisher.
New space was to be built in the center of the complex for the gallery. It was to be the National Museum for Modern Art, Photography and Architecture. It would be housed in historically protected existing structures. The former brewery basement was to be included.
The existing buildings were renovated into lofts. Additional storeys were added in some cases. The new construction of townhouses and apartment buildings was also done in a loft style. Parts of the existing structures were used to create a leisure area. It would include a spa, restaurants and event areas.
Imagine the vibrant mix of living and leisure. The Viktoria-Quartier embodies a blend of history and modernity. It is a testament to Berlin’s ever-evolving urban landscape. As we move on, remember the transformation. Remember the brewery turned neighborhood. The Viktoria-Quartier stands as a symbol of successful urban renewal.