- Building: Hor 100 Office building
- Client: Rexroth
- Occupant: DC-MH
- Building area: 1,070 m2 NFA
- Project costs: incl. infrastructure 5.2 million euros
- Constructed: 7/2021 – 7/2023
This black cube with wooden cladding really catches the eye: The modern administration building in Horb am Neckar was completed in a period of two years. It not only has a pleasing appearance, it also demonstrates what sustainable and circular construction can accomplish at this point. Moreover, it puts a new face on the location – as a reception building that welcomes associates, business partners, customers, and visitors of the Drive and Control (DC) business division as they enter the site. The concepts of “arrival” and “address” played an important role in this project from the beginning.
The building method focused on a lightweight hybrid timber style with a great deal of prefabrication. The utilization of materials was optimized where possible. Wood, a renewable material, is found both on the façade and in the interior, as is apparent in the office spaces on the ground floor. The design of the workstations, which can accommodate around 60 associates, was aligned with the principles of smart work. The interior can be adapted to changing work requirements without much effort. Glazed meeting rooms were integrated into the space and are some of the highlights. The second floor features a communication zone with a kitchenette.
The core of the building, which includes the sanitary areas, server room, and stairway, was constructed with reinforced concrete. The latter connects the new office cube with the adjacent existing building, as does a bridge on the second floor. The building technology is based on a sustainable “low-tech” principle. Thanks to the efficient insulation from the building envelope, the energy consumption has been minimized. The underfloor heating in the screed can help cool the surfaces in the summer. If
it gets excessively hot, it is possible to lower the room temperature with recirculated air. Aside from that, ventilation is provided by nature: through the windows and the façade. The interior areas and restrooms are ventilated mechanically. There is a photovoltaic system covering the building roof. Last but not least, the facility also offers parking spaces for two-wheelers and cars.