The community of Tempelhof in Kreßberg is known for its experimental construction projects. This tradition continued with the “Tempelhof” residential tower.
The result is an octagonal residential building in an eco-friendly timber construction style. The building meets the KfW-40 standard and offers approximately 550 m² of living space across three floors for 15 residents.
The barrier-free ground floor features living spaces and a spacious communal kitchen. On each of the two upper floors, six living spaces are arranged around shared common areas. On the first upper floor, a light-filled “summer room” serves as the focal point. The second upper floor features an open courtyard that fulfills this role.
The residential tower is more than just a residential building. It is conceived as a testing ground for democratic coexistence, communal living, and mindful neighborly relations.
The entire structure is made of cross-laminated timber. Many wooden surfaces were deliberately left exposed, contributing to the building’s natural character. A particular structural highlight is the folded roof made of cross-laminated timber. It combines architectural ambition with sophisticated structural engineering.
| Location | Kreßberg, Baden-Württemberg Germany |
| Investor | Schloss Tempelhof eG |
| Architect | Bernd Pulling, Ettenheim |
| Carpentry | Timber structures Friedrich, Egloffstein |
| Structural design | Ingenieurbüro Wirth Haker |
