macro sea remodels 100 year old factory into G27 for academic purposes

development and design firm macro sea has remodeled berlin’s 100 year old roka manufacturing complex in partnership with the council on international education and exchange, into ‘G27’. the structure is a vertical campus which integrates classrooms and dining while integrating spaces for socializing which promote vigorous dialogue between students. the structure achieves the precepts of an exchange program; fostering cross-cultural learning and introspection.

drawing on the myriad berlin’s design motifs, the spaces reflect the multi-cultural character of their location
all images courtesy of macro sea

the project is centered on a large communal space which incorporates a range of purposes in a warm setting

intimate dining spaces feature contemporary design which facilitate interaction

elements of the factory’s original design are still evident, giving the building an authentic feel

the campus features a multitude of social spaces which cultivate the connections essential to open exchange and debate

the campus can accommodate over 200 residents and incorporates artifacts salvaged from the original structure 

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edited by: trevor reed | designboom

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