District Administration, Starnberg - Germany Auer Weber Architekten BDA © Aldo Amoretti

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Stainless Steel - Performance and aesthetics for your projects Stainless steel protects the structure. The Secure roof construction roof of the Starnberg District Administration building has been successfully renovated. One of the key elements of achieving this The Starnberg District Administration cohesiveness was the addition of a stainless building was built between May 1985 and steel roof. After almost 30 years, the original roof July 1987. Due to its modern, open structure, was obsolete. Following detailed examination it has a reputation for facilitating open and consultation, it was decided that the new communication with the district’s citizens, roof should utilise Aperam’s Uginox Patina K41 earning it the nickname “House of Citizens”. stainless steel (material number 1.4509). The As more and more departments and tasks 0.5 mm thick, electrolytically tinned stainless were allocated to the Administration, steel features a breathable separating layer on staffing needs grew. In fact, in 2014 alone, 24 mm planking and 670 mm cutting width. The the District Administration added 375 tin, electrolytically applied to the stainless steel new staff members - an increase of 39%. base material, transforms into a homogeneous To accommodate this significant growth, matt grey surface, giving it its desired patina - external office space was rented. Entire an aesthetic that in no way affects corrosion departments, such as the Youth Welfare resistance. A ventilated roof, also known as Office, have been housed in portable a cold roof, was chosen for construction. This containers for several years now. is the most technically sound solution when using a metal covering. It allows any collected For this reason, the building’s original architects, moisture to be safely discharged to the Auer + Weber from Munich, were commissioned outside at any time via the rear ventilation to design a much needed extension. Not level. Furthermore, during the warmer summer only did the extension need to be able to months, rear ventilation also improves the accommodate at least 120 employees, it also thermal insulation of the rooms inside. The had to harmoniously blend in with the existing individual roof panels were put together using building. roofing technology with sealing procedures

from Poschinger GmbH from Thyrnau. The tradition of European modernism, with a hint of stainless material was supplied by Aperam the eastern architectural classics of ancient distributor Südmetall Otto Leonhard GmbH, Japan. The continuation of the cantilevered roof located in Munich. shade with metal covering helps protect the facade from the elements, which significantly The District Administration doesn’t just reduces maintenance requirements. In fact, to shine because of its stainless steel roof this day, the facade has not had to undergo any renovation work. In summary: For the existing Under its new, cohesive, flat roof umbrella, the construction of the District Administration in District Administration building graceful opens Starnberg, as well as for the recently planned up to the surrounding landscape. Although not extension, the key is the use of excellent located directly on the banks of Lake Starnberg, planners, excellent craftsmen and excellent water reaches the building via artificial canals materials. and basins. These natural elements of earth, water and air are reflected in the building’s materials, its design and in its colours. These characteristics also place the building within the

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