On the site of the former North Railway Station in Vienna’s second district, we have realised our first residential high-rise. By 2025, a new urban quarter with six high-rises as defining cornerstones will be built here . Part of the former industrial wasteland is preserved here as a large, urban wilderness – the “Freie Mitte” (Free Centre). In exchange, the residential towers around its perimeter reach metropolitan heights.

Aiming High

Our project is situated in the northern part of the site, opposite the old water tower and next to the new tram line. At this prominent point, the high-rise forms one of the “keystones” in the development of the new quarter. With 21 storeys, the building does not quite scrape the skies just yet, but it nonetheless offers its residents an awe-inspiring view – all around to the city, in the west to the “Freie Mitte”. A total of 200 flats were being built here.

In a distinct urban location, right next to the urban wilderness, our building is the keystone in the development of the new neighbourhood.

Let’s Twist Again

The unique form and façade design of the high-rise don’t just look stunning: with the slight twist of the tower and the kink in two main façades, the building opens up towards the wild green spaces. The building stands dynamicly and elegantly, with an airy vantage point on the edge of the urban wilderness. For the façade, we drew inspiration from Grandma’s knitted shawls – the balcony fronts alternate in different variations for sun protection and privacy, forming a pattern that resembles knit and purl stitches.​

The slight twist and kink give the tower a sense of lightness. The knitted façade pattern of the balcony fronts creates a unique appearance.