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Concept with symbolic character: “Roots” in Hamburg’s HafenCity

Germany’s tallest wooden skyscraper focuses on luxurious sustainability and resource conservation - KALDEWEI bathroom solutions impress with their recyclability


KALDEWEI, Ahlen, January 2025 - “Roots” in Hamburg’s HafenCity demonstrates how buildings will be built in the future: sustainably, with innovation and a clear focus on conserving resources. With its wood and concrete hybrid construction and the conscious selection of recyclable materials, including the sophisticated designer bathtubs from KALDEWEI, the 20-storey building sets new standards.

Designed by the architects Störmer, Murphy and Partners and implemented by Garbe Immobilien-Projekte GmbH, “Roots” combines ecological responsibility and modern aesthetics. As Germany’s tallest wooden skyscraper with 16 floors in a wooden construction, it is a symbol of the architectural and ecological possibilities of the future.

A model for sustainable urban development

With a gross floor area of around 20,600 m², 126 residential units and office space as well as the exhibition rooms of the German Wildlife Foundation, “Roots” shows how diverse and future-oriented urban life can be. The massive use of wood reduces the CO₂ footprint of the building and sets a strong example for climate-friendly construction.
“Roots” inspires through its sustainable construction, and its symbolic value: It represents the shift towards environmentally conscious architecture that combines ecological added value with aesthetic excellence.

Wood meets steel and glass – a consistent approach to sustainability

Additional focus was placed on the selection of sustainable materials. For example, 126 high-quality bathtubs from KALDEWEI were integrated into the interior - made of steel and glass and 100 percent recyclable. This decision emphasises the project’s comprehensive concept of anchoring luxury sustainability in every detail.
“The choice of materials is essential for the sustainable quality of a building,” explains Kasimir Altzweig, architect and co-owner of Störmer, Murphy and Partners. The KALDEWEI Conoduo, designed by the Italian design office Sottsass Associati, impresses with its elegant design, durability and special details such as enamelled wastes and overflows. It is ergonomic and naturally easy to clean, and its functionality and aesthetics ensure an exceptional bathing experience.

A milestone with a signalling effect

With “Roots”, HafenCity Hamburg has gained a new landmark – one that radiates beyond the Hanseatic city. It makes it clear that sustainable construction is not a limitation, rather an enrichment. The integration of innovative and durable materials such as KALDEWEI bathtubs is an impressive demonstration of how resource conservation, design and comfort can be harmonised.

“Roots” is an architectural model and a sustainable beacon of hope – a vision that has already become reality and points the way to a more environmentally friendly future. 

 

Construction board:

Building:         
Roots, Hamburg www.roots-hamburg.de;
Wildlife Message  https://www.botschaftderwildtiere.de/
Opening:   
September 2024
Use:       
Housing, office, exhibitions  
Client:       
Garbe Immobilien-Projekte GmbH, Hamburg & German Wildlife Foundation, Hamburg
Architects:     
Störmer, Murphy and Partners GbR, Hamburg https://www.stoermer-partner.de/
Execution:
WBO GmbH, Hamburg www.wbo-objekte.de
Address:       
Lucy-Borchardt-Straße 4, 20457 Hamburg

 

KALDEWEI products installed 

126 bathtubs, Model CONODUO
Design: Sottsass Associati

 

Source: Franz KALDEWEI GmbH & Co. KG. Copy requested.

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“Roots” in Hamburg’s HafenCity shows how construction will be done in the future: sustainably, innovatively and with a clear focus on resource conservation.

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“Roots” in Hamburg’s HafenCity.

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With “Roots”, HafenCity Hamburg has gained a new landmark – one that radiates beyond the Hanseatic city.

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As Germany’s tallest wooden skyscraper with 16 floors in wooden construction, “Roots” is a symbol of the architectural and ecological possibilities of the future.

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The massive use of wood reduces the CO₂ footprint of the building and sets a strong example for climate-friendly construction.

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126 Conoduo bathtubs from KALDEWEI were integrated into the interior - made of steel and glass and 100 percent recyclable.

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The KALDEWEI Conoduo, designed by the Italian design office Sottsass Associati, impresses with its sophisticated design, durability and special details such as an enamelled waste and overflow.

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“Roots” shows how diverse and future-oriented urban life can be.

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“Roots” has a gross floor area of around 20,600 m², 126 residential units, exhibition rooms and office space.

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