Over the past several years, Nordpark in Mönchengladbach-Holt has established itself as more than just a home to world-class football at Borussia Park. It has emerged as a hub for leading companies in information technology, finance, logistics, and fashion. Schrötgens Architekten recognized this trajectory early, designing their inaugural modern office building on Enscheder Straße five years ago—with the firm itself occupying the entire top floor. This first project impressed other investors so thoroughly that two additional four-storey office buildings soon followed on neighboring sites, also designed by the same architectural practice. The result: a cohesive ensemble of three individually distinct yet harmoniously related structures.

Strategically positioned near the A61, Nordpark offers excellent connectivity. Each of the three buildings sits on a north-facing plot, eliminating mutual shading while maximizing natural light. Within a disciplined budget, each building features a distinct, refined facade treatment: the first showcases a suspended aluminium-glass curtain wall, the second a ceramic tile facade. The newest addition, completed in 2020, presents a ventilated clinker brick exterior with full-height aluminium windows and basalt sills—its warm grey-brown tones conveying both sophistication and welcomingness. A thoughtfully offset window pattern does double duty: it bathes offices in optimal daylight while creating visual rhythm across the facade. The ground floor features an elegant entrance framed by glazing that doubles as flexible showroom space, with the recessed facade providing a sheltered entry canopy. External louvres manage solar exposure without compromise. Inside, flexible floor plates accommodate units ranging from approximately 225 m² to 470 m² per level. Shared loggias on upper floors encourage interaction while integrating seamlessly into the facade grid. To support hybrid work arrangements, custom storage lockers are integrated into each unit's core, allowing employees to securely store work materials during remote days. The building prioritizes sustainability with integrated heat pump systems and photovoltaic panels, while EV charging stations enable employees to power their electric vehicles throughout the workday.

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(Published in CUBE Düsseldorf 01|21)