Re-Structuring Siemens Munich Headquarters: A Symbol of Sustainability by Henning Larsen

The winner of the architecture competition for the planned rebuilding of Siemens' corporate headquarters has now been chosen. The winning design for the company's new headquarters building in Munich was developed by Henning Larsen Architects of Copenhagen, Denmark. "We're creating a future-oriented symbol of sustainability that will set the standard for advanced urban architecture and innovative, efficient building technology – for the benefit of our employees and the citizens of Munich," said Siemens President and CEO Peter Löscher. "Siemens' clear commitment to Munich strengthens our city as a location for the future.

The newly designed corporate campus will be a showpiece of sustainable and responsible urban development that will preserve Wittelsbacherplatz, enliven the Oskar-von-Miller-Ring, chime with the city structure, enhance the attractiveness of our city center and make Munich even greener," stated Munich Mayor Christian Ude. Twelve outstanding architecture firms from across Europe entered the competition, which was launched by Siemens and the City of Munich in February.

Construction of the new company headquarters is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2012. Completion of the building is set for the end of 2015 and occupation for 2016.

Source: Siemens