Conversion of a Wine Warehouse in Basel

The corrugated sheet metal facades are new, yet also refer to the industrial history of the construction. Along the two longitudinal facades, steel balcony structures delineate the building volume.
Moving the industry out of the city and introducing housing and commercial functions – this scenario is also taking place in the Lysbüchel area in northwestern Basel. In 2013 the charitable Habitat Foundation purchased a large share of the area with the aim of creating affordable housing. 12 of the 15 lots were provided to building associations. The foundation developed...
The corrugated sheet metal facades are new, yet also refer to the industrial history of the construction. Along the two longitudinal facades, steel balcony structures delineate the building volume.