Kool Kiel
A landmark of technological innovation: KoolKiel.
When DES TGA Design and a renowned architectural office like MVRDV work together, visions become reality. KoolKiel, the pioneering multifunctional building for hotel, living space, commerce and events in the northern German state capital, is a shining example of this. The architecturally impressive complex of two towers, defined by modular forms, is being built in an industrial area near the main railway station. DES is responsible for the planning of the building services (KG 400 in accordance with DIN 276) in work phases 1 - 4 for the approx. 68,000 sqm gross floor area of the project. The construction volume amounts to almost € 100 million, of which € 23 million is accounted for by the technical building services. As a lighthouse project, KoolKiel is an ideal match for our eponymous approach to sustainability and ecology: DES TGA Design.
KoolKiel is committed to BIM.
At KoolKiel, all planners involved in the construction work agilely and digitally in a virtual environment, the "Digital Twin", using the BIM planning method (Building Information Modelling). Based on this advanced, enormously resource-optimised technology, the highest energy and sustainability targets are achieved - and exceeded. The use of fuel cells is also being planned at KoolKiel. In the case of KoolKiel, BIM enables a remarkable architectural design: one of the two towers is designed to be movable, creating loggias, green terraces and flexible floor plans. Furthermore, the entire façade is composed in a modular way of prefabricated elements designed by different artists:inside. The second tower will serve as ultra-modern office space. Finally, the foyer on the ground floor will offer space for various events.
This energy concept defines new standards.
The use of the BIM planning method alone makes KoolKiel a highly innovative project. In addition, DES is implementing a new type of energy concept that ensures both sustainability and economic efficiency in operation. Modern and CO2-neutral hydrogen technology and a heat pump for heating and cooling are used. For good reason, KoolKiel therefore has the potential to help Schleswig-Holstein become Germany's number one hydrogen state. DES is already developing viable solutions for a green transformation of the construction and energy industries. Find out more about it.
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