architecture in germany

Berlin is one of the world’s most visited cities, but it only tells a part of the story of architecture in Germany. Whether they’re buildings nestled in natural settings or homes built in suburban areas, these curated examples paint a clear picture of the innovative spirit of German architects and interior designers. On this page, you can discover architectural projects completed all over the country. As varied as their locations, they include everything from residential spaces to creative studios and public installations.

Contemporary architecture in Germany often pays tribute to the Bauhaus, sometimes in more subtle or more prominent ways. Minimalist designs that explore the beauty of simple functionality and timeless aesthetics fall in this category. Here you can uncover the contemporary expression of the influential school in modern Germany and maybe gain a more nuanced understanding of the impact that the Bauhaus has had over the world of architecture and design, especially in the country of its birth.

This section brings together a range of examples of contemporary architecture in Germany. Here you can read more about the conversion of an old barn into a multi-functional photo studio with different programs divided over two floors. You can also discover more about an abandoned farmhouse, which a German architecture studio transformed into a concrete, wood, and glass building that welcomes artists, creatives, and thinkers to take a break and reflect, learn, and create. Other projects included in this selection include a monolithic home with a black exterior that contrasts a white house and a sculptural observation tower inspired by the silhouette of a sitting bird.

  • Architecture

    A prefab wood house designed with huge openings that overlook a forest. Zürich-based studio Appels…

  • Architecture

    An imaginative take on traditional brick houses and extensions. Located in Aachen, Germany, this brick…

  • Architecture

    An oasis of tranquility in an urban space. Located in the town of Giessen, Germany,…

  • Architecture

    An airy extension designed with 8 wall panels and glazing between white concrete planes. For…

  • Architecture

    A brutalist-style weekend house inspired by the abstract sculptures of Eduardo Chillida. Located in Trenthorst,…

  • Architecture

    The renovation and redesign of a dilapidated, historic farmhouse. Situated in Görisried, Germany, Haus Roth…

  • Architecture

    Two timber houses and a sauna specially designed as serene spaces for relaxing vacations. Built…

  • Architecture

    A sustainable vacation retreat in the Southern Black Forest, Germany. With sustainable travel becoming increasingly…

  • Architecture

    A farming complex from the 18th century converted into a multi-functional art center. Located in…

loader