Perforated metal fire station

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On the concrete platform of the Straubenhardt fire station in Germany, a lightweight superstructure covered with perforated metal rises from wooden beams, designed by the local construction agency Wulf Architekten.

The building consists of six previously independent fire protection units, whose different functions are separated by stacking. The garage is located at its bottom, the classroom and office are located above, and the outdoor activity space is located between the two.

The exposed concrete foundation is excavated on a slope, with a metal frame wall in front of it. The wall features a series of large glass rolling shutter doors for fire trucks and service vehicles, with side window windows on both sides.

The ramp surrounds the rear of the site and is flush with the open central floor of the fire station, providing a horizontal access to the activity space, which is also equipped with a parking lot.

The stairs lead to the upper floor of the wooden frame, including shared space, classrooms and offices, and are covered with white perforated metal plates.

There is a space in the center of the upper floor, which can be used to overlook the space below through the windows and the external balcony space.

WulfArchitekten explained that "the separation and stacking of various functional layers, as well as the use of inclined terrain on the site, are part of the basic design concept.

Therefore, the sealed soil surface can be minimized. In addition, the building structure is harmonious with the terrain. It can be clearly identified from the outside, creating a unique appearance and establishing a strong personality. The V-shaped beam extends around the edge of the open-air center of the fire station, and is completed with a combination of concrete and wood, marking the transition from the heavier platform layer to the lighter upper layer. There is a thin metal mesh around the outer edge.

In the East, a unique drilling tower, made of exposed galvanized steel, crosses the horizontal form of the building.

As an example of sustainable design, whenever possible, building materials are recyclable with low content of harmful substances, and the upper wooden structure is designed for easy disassembly and future reuse.