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Discover Germany | Special Theme | Creative Germany 2014
Main image: Residential project in Weinheim
Architecture for all senses Wannenmacher + Möller make it happen Founded in 1955, award-winning architects Wannenmacher + Möller Ltd have grown continuously and become one of the largest architectural firms in the German region of Eastern Westphalia. A strong reputation for reliability, excellent project management and innovative design have gained them many returning clients over the years.
architectural, functional, ecological and economical issues. Apart from the planning and the on-site management of the building project, Wannenmacher + Möller offer to take over all aspects of the project management for their customers.
TEXT: JESSICA HOLZHAUSEN | PHOTOS: WANNENMACHER + MÖLLER
When Gregor Wannenmacher started his architectural office 55 years ago, his field of expertise lay primarily in the realization of commercial and industrial buildings. Today, the Bielefeld-based office, with 30 employees, is run by second-generation Andreas Wannenmacher and Hans-Heinrich Möller. Like Gregor, they are still experts in constructing and designing warehouses and factory outlets. However, by participating successfully in architectural competitions and thus getting new commissions throughout Europe, the architects have developed a versatile project portfolio ranging from public and residential buildings, office and retail facilities to interior design.
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Long-term customer relationships speak of mutual trust “With most of our clients we cooperate for decades. We are deeply rooted in the Eastern Westphalia region but we have the expert knowledge and resources to implement international projects too. Our long-term customers trusted us with the construction and realization of buildings in China, in Russia and USA,” explains Andreas Wannenmacher. Wannenmacher + Möller are constantly striving to create functional, sustainable and energy efficient solutions for their customers. At the heart of their services is the generation of detailed design solutions integrating all urban,
Their key to success: clever energy management and sophisticated design Energy saving is a great challenge. German architecture is famous for its high energy and climate standards. Wannenmacher + Möller use innovative concepts to reduce the transmission losses and energy con-
Industrial building in Werther (Westphalia)