Innenarchitekt

A small café in a prime location in Hannover — around 35 m² that had to be designed with precision. From concept through construction drawings to on-site coordination, the entire project was managed from a single point of contact — and coordinated remotely. Matthias Knab Matthias Knab Within a compact footprint, clearly defined zones were created: a generous counter as the heart of the café, the functional coffee preparation area behind it, a two-person table and standing tables with bar stools for guests inside, and an inviting outdoor area. The design concept combines the functional demands of a hospitality setting with an atmosphere that encourages guests to linger — every square metre cons... More

An existing private house in Speyer, extended with a new addition and comprehensively modernised — developed in collaboration with DOA Architekten. Beyond pure visualisation, interior architecture expertise shaped the design of the spaces: material concepts, spatial atmosphere and lighting were developed jointly. Matthias Knab Matthias Knab Building on an architectural base concept, the interior design was refined through close collaboration. Material studies, colour concepts and lighting direction emerged from ongoing exchange with the architects. Photorealistic visualisations made every design decision tangible — from the existing building through to the new extension — allowing clients and architects to exper... More

A new dental practice opening in a newly built property in Heidelberg. The complete design concept — from reception and consultation room through the staff area to the treatment rooms — was developed from scratch, visualised, and implemented on site. Matthias Knab Matthias Knab Matthias Knab A dental practice places particular demands on interior architecture: patients should feel comfortable and at ease from the very first moment, while workflows must remain functional and hygiene standards maintained throughout. The concept runs consistently from the reception area through the consultation room and staff room to the individual treatment rooms — each space with its own function, yet connected by a shared d... More

A 57 m² apartment in the brutalist Collini Center in Mannheim, virtually unchanged since the 1970s, was carefully modernised. The result combines contemporary living comfort with the architectural heritage of the iconic concrete building on the Neckar river. Matthias Knab Matthias Knab The Collini Center in Mannheim is a brutalist structure of exceptional architectural value. The apartment was comprehensively renovated with the aim of preserving the building's historic character while adapting the interiors to contemporary living standards. Matthias Knab Matthias Knab The floor plan was thoughtfully revised to retain the spatial structure while making it feel more generous. Removing a pass-through window opens the... More