1958 | Klaus Kirsten
Gottschedstraße 4, 13357 Berlin
The ExRotaprint complex, pivotal to the revival of the area post-Rotaprint's 1989 bankruptcy, showcases a significant 1950s architectural ensemble in Berlin. Following its closure, Prof. Engel's 1991 conservation efforts protected notable structures like the large operations yard at Gottschedstr. 4 / Bornemannstr. 9/10 and Wiesenstr. 29, despite initial controversies over its heritage status.
The site exemplifies the successful melding of 19th-century buildings with the modernist architectural language of the 1950s, designed primarily by architect Klaus Kirsten. This blend underlines Rotaprint's legacy in Berlin's industrial and architectural history, creating a bright, cohesive space that integrates well-preserved facades with new, functional buildings. [E1]
Photos: Eric Bauermeister
