The sum of measures creates a good urban climate

 - Heike Kappelt

Extreme urban heat is a key theme at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale. The German Pavilion responds with Stresstest, an installation that makes the impacts of climate change tangible for visitors. A conversation with architect and curator Elisabeth Endres.

The sum of measures creates a good urban climate
Querkraft Architects used adaptive window and facade systems from Schüco for the facade of the Ikea store at Vienna's Westbahnhof station. © pierer.net