The location of the provided site in the heart of Düsseldorf's old town, with its particular architectural connection to the historically valuable buildings and the Church of the Holy Cross, necessitates a sophisticated planning approach that integrates the existing structures, respects the existing environment, and preserves the character of the old cityscape in an authentic and cohesive manner. Therefore, different standards must be applied to the construction of the school's spatial program than for a project on a "greenfield" site, without, however, compromising functionality.
