Hamburg-Haus Eimsbüttel: Renovation by 2027 for more accessibility!

Hamburg-Haus Eimsbüttel: Renovation by 2027 for more accessibility!

The Hamburg House in the Eimsbüttel district looks back on a long history. Since its opening in 1965, the building has become an important social and cultural hub, attracting over 250,000 visitors annually. But now extensive renovation work is underway to bring the historic building up to date. From the beginning of 2024, Sprinkenhof GmbH will begin the monument-compliant modernization, which should be completed by 2027. development city.de reports that the project will take place during ongoing operations, which could potentially impose restrictions on visitors.

The renovation has a lot to do. The first construction phase focuses on replacing the electrical system. The structural fire protection is also being upgraded and the first energy-related renovation measures are being implemented. The insulation in the basement will be strengthened and the replacement of the window glazing in the basement and in the large hall is planned. In addition, the heating system will be modernized and connected to the district heating network in order to reduce energy consumption by up to two thirds.

Accessibility and sustainability in focus

A central aspect of the renovation is accessibility. Motorized door openings and a so-called “changing place toilet” for people in wheelchairs and their assistants are being gradually created. This makes the Hamburg House not only a more accessible place, but also a model project for modern inclusive architecture. The external appearance of the building should remain largely unchanged as it is a listed building. This means that the innovative architectural concept remains intact despite all the modernizations.

In total, the costs of the renovation amount to 13.4 million euros, of which around 4.9 million euros are financed by the federal government and the rest from the Hamburg budget. The city of Hamburg has provided start-up financing from the economic stabilization program. This shows not only the commitment to monument protection, but also the need to combine cultural heritage with the challenges of climate change. Eimsbüttel News highlights that the project will be carried out in several phases in order to maintain the operation of the house.

A step into the future

The changes that are being initiated here must also be seen in the context of a broader discussion German Monument Protection Foundation thematic: Monument protection meets climate protection. More and more cities are having to find ways to improve the energy efficiency of historic buildings without damaging the substance of the buildings. The challenges of sustainably modernizing historical building evidence are great, but projects like the Hamburg House show promising solutions.

By 2027, once the renovation is complete, the Hamburg House will not only be a modern, sustainable and accessible center of Eimsbüttel, but also an example of how historic buildings can be successfully revitalized to meet the needs of a modern society.