Nestled at the intersection of Hohenzollerndamm, Karlsbader Straße and Teplitzer Straße stands Haus Haenel am Roseneck. This residential and commercial building tells a tale of architectural ambition and urban development. Let’s step back to the 1920s, a time of change in Berlin.
Julius Haenel commissioned architect Hans Altmann to design this building. Construction took place in two phases. The first was from 1924 to 1925. The second finished in 1929. Altmann created two distinct building sections.
Buildings at Hohenzollerndamm 93 a, 94 and Teplitzer Straße 40-42 form one unit. The portal at the corner house Hohenzollerndamm 94 proudly displays “Haus Haenel”. A small green space sits in front. Above the shops, Julius Haenel originally had his apartment.
Hohenzollerndamm 92/93 and Karlsbader Straße 18 make up the second section. These buildings feature three to four stories. Steep hipped and mansard roofs top them. The dark red facade shows strong articulation. Many parts have rich ornamentation.
Balconies, loggias and bay windows add visual interest. Shops fill the ground floor. You can find a pharmacy, a tobacco shop and a Dresdner Bank branch here. These diverse shopping options quickly turned the area into a new center for Schmargendorf in the 1920s. It sat near the border of Grunewald.
Haus Haenel am Roseneck became more than just a building. It became a focal point for the community. The wine and beer tavern Gebr. Habel is in the building at Hohenzollerndamm 93.
Today, Haus Haenel am Roseneck stands as a protected monument. Its architecture captures the spirit of its time. The building’s history is preserved in Berlin’s official list of monuments.
As you stand here, consider the vision of Julius Haenel and the skill of Hans Altmann. Their creation shaped this corner of Berlin. Haus Haenel am Roseneck remains a testament to their work. It’s a place where history, commerce and community intertwine. Take a moment to appreciate the details of the facade. Imagine the lives that have passed through its doors. The building serves as a reminder of Berlin’s ever-evolving urban landscape. It shows how architecture helps to define a city’s identity.