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Modernisierte Fassade eines Wohnhauses im Rudolf-Donath-Weg mit grünen Akzentflächen, Fensterfronten und weitläufiger Grünfläche mit Laubbäumen im Vordergrund.

REFURBISHMENT Rudolf-Donath-Weg

Built in the 1960s and inhabited for generations, the four residential buildings on Rudolf-Donath-Weg in Börnsen carry history within their walls. Now they have been carefully brought into the present day. The energy-efficient renovation ensures that the substance is preserved, values are increased and the ensemble is fit for the future. Insulation, components and façades have been carefully renewed without losing the character of the existing building. The result is a significantly improved energy standard and a new appearance in friendly shades of green.

Project
Energy-efficient refurbishment of four residential buildings
Client
NEUE LÜBECKER Norddeutsche Baugenossenschaft eG
Service
1-8 HOAI
Area
5.900 m² GFA
Location
Rudolf-Donath-Weg in Börnsen
Photography
Tim Voelter
Specifics
Efficient project management through integrative planning

The three-storey buildings date back to 1964 and display the typical characteristics of post-war architecture: straightforward, functional, solid. At the same time, they were in dire need of upgrading in terms of energy efficiency. The aim of the renovation was to harmonise living comfort, structural protection and energy savings. To this end, the entire thermal envelope was redesigned – from the façade to the top floor ceiling.

Saniertes Mehrfamilienhaus im Rudolf-Donath-Weg, eingerahmt von Bäumen und Grünflächen.

The renovation of the building envelope included a new composite thermal insulation system and insulation of the top floor ceilings and basement ceilings – all completed in record time. Residents were able to remain in their flats throughout the construction period and witness the transformation of their surroundings step by step.

Giebelseite des hell verputzten Wohngebäudes mit strukturierter Fensteranordnung und angrenzender Grünfläche.
Abstrahiertes farbiges Piktogramm des sanierten Wohngebäude-Ensembles im Rudolf-Donath-Weg
Residential building complex on Rudolf-Donath-Weg
Lageplan des sanierten Wohngebäude-Ensembles im Rudolf-Donath-Weg
Site map

Inside, much remained as usual, but outside, a new approach was taken. The windows were replaced, the entrances modernised and fitted with new entrance elements including intercoms and letterboxes. Striking and identity-defining: two different shades of green structure the façades and mark the entrance areas. These colour accents are continued inside the stairwells – as orientation, recognition features and visual connections.

Frontansicht des sanierten Wohngebäudes mit hellen Fassaden, grünen Eingangsbereichen und einer weitläufigen Rasenfläche.
Detailansicht des sanierten Mehrfamilienhauses im Rudolf-Donath-Weg, eingerahmt von Bäumen und Grünflächen, mit klar strukturierten Fensterfronten.
Saniertes Treppenhaus im Wohngebäude Rudolf-Donath-Weg mit grünen Farbakzenten.

The shades of green add fresh accents and create an inviting overall look. The colour connects the entrance and stairwell and gives the building a new identity.

Eingangsbereich des Wohnhauses mit grüner Fassadenakzentuierung, großen Fensterflächen und gepflegtem Vorgarten.
Rückansicht des sanierten Wohngebäudes mit modernisierten Balkonen, heller Fassade und großzügiger Grünfläche im herbstlichen Umfeld.

A key aspect of the renovation was the replacement of contaminated façade elements: old fibre cement panels and balcony parapets were professionally removed and replaced. The new balcony parapets with matt glass infills give the buildings a clean, contemporary look. Window sills, downpipes and railings were also replaced with durable, modern components, making the building fit for the next few decades.

Rückansicht des Wohngebäudes mit modernisierten Balkonen und umliegenden Grünflächen.
Rückansicht des Wohngebäudes mit modernisierten Balkonen, umliegenden Grünflächen und leicht einfallendem Sonnenlicht.

What remains will be better

The outdoor areas were selectively modified: shrubs were trimmed back, plinth areas were exposed, insulation work was carried out and then backfilled. Work was also carried out on the building services: outdoor lighting, intercom systems and defective radiators were replaced. The existing roof covering was retained, as was the original character of the houses, which remains clearly evident despite the modernisation.

Saniertes Wohngebäude im Rudolf-Donath-Weg mit hellen Fassaden, grünen Eingangsbereichen und weitläufiger Grünfläche im Vordergrund.

Voices from the team

The special thing about this measure is that it is possible to significantly improve homes without fundamentally changing them. And it shows what energy-efficient renovation can achieve.

Andreas

The biggest challenge was to preserve the substance while bringing the building up to the latest energy standards – and to do all this without interrupting operations.

Patrick

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