Gazing up at this towering giant, have you ever wondered why it’s called Tower 185? Right here, before us stands this impressive structure, a prominent feature of Frankfurt’s skyline. Tower 185 dominates the Gallus district with its 55 stories. It reaches a height of 200 meters, making it the fourth tallest building in Frankfurt and Germany. Initially, the plan was for a 185-meter, 50-story building. Architect Christoph Mäckler revised the design, increasing the height to 200 meters. The name, however, stuck. Tower 185 opened its doors in December 2011. The primary tenant is PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Germany, occupying a significant portion of the building’s 100,500 square meters of floor space. PwC leases 60,000 square meters for their German headquarters. Interestingly, Tower 185 was considered as a potential location for the European Union’s Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) in 2023. This speaks to its prestige and strategic location within Frankfurt’s financial district. The building features a unique design with a horseshoe-shaped podium and two skyscraper halves clad in aluminum and glass. A central glass rotunda brings natural light into the office spaces. Tower 185 earned LEED Gold certification for its sustainable design, incorporating charging stations for electric vehicles and extensive greenery. The building boasts a remarkable number of individual office spaces, thanks to its innovative design. Tower 185 truly stands as a testament to modern architecture and sustainable design. It’s not just a building; it’s a symbol of Frankfurt’s dynamism and growth.
Adlerwerke
From bicycles to Nazi atrocities, the Adlerwerke in Frankfurt has witnessed a tumultuous history. The Adlerwerke, meaning “Eagle Works,” began