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JUNG founder's villa

The former residence of company founder Albrecht Jung in Schalksmühle has been given a new function as a think tank and meeting and service centre for the JUNG brand. The historic villa from 1928 was renovated and extended with a modern pavilion by the architects NGA Nehse & Gerstein BDA from Hanover as part of an open architectural competition. However, the building does not play the role of a showroom, but serves as a multifunctional office, event and residential building. During the refurbishment and operation, the values of responsibility, attitude and efficiency took centre stage.

JUNG founder's villa turns into a modern communication centre

The building concept by Philipp Nehse and Patrick Gerstein combines the historic villa with a modern extension. The villa was respectfully restored to its original state, with additional workspaces created in the former basement. The interior design combines light wooden floors, a coordinated colour concept and minimalist details. On the ground floor of the villa, switches, sockets and push-buttons were chosen to match the wall colours.

The sleek new building stands out from the villa in terms of design with exposed concrete, glass and a cassette roof. A sculptural steel staircase connects the buildings. The counter hall, a large room for flexible use, characterises the sense of space through its construction and materials. The architecture unites past and future in a clear language.