Company headquarters in Munich-Riem
In the business district of Riem to the east of Munich’s trade-fair centre, this monolithic concrete structure turns its back on neighbouring buildings, positioning its entrance instead on the south side. This main front is a two-storey, transparent shop window, whereas the north elevation, through which the actual working operations of the company are reached, presents a more closed aspect. The only interruption to the continuous expanse of exposed concrete (see also p. 75ff.) is a black sliding gate. The building’s concrete walls, up to 70 cm thick in places, provide an impressive backdrop for the display of contemporary and classical furniture inside.
