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Hotel Interim: This is how Halle could redesign an artistic center!
The Bauhaus University Weimar presents the master's thesis "Hotel Interim", which examines innovative approaches to converting a hotel in Halle.
Hotel Interim: This is how Halle could redesign an artistic center!
On April 28, 2025, the Bauhaus University Weimar announced that the master's thesis “Hotel Interim” by Andreas Stanzel is on the shortlist of the EUmies Awards Young Talent 2025. This award is given annually to outstanding projects by young talent. Under the guidance of Prof. von Beckerath and the supervisors Anne Femmer, Florian Summa and Michael Kraus, Stanzel analyzed the potential of the hotel complex in Halle that was about to be closed.
The investigation focused not only on the structural substance, but also on the intangible assets of the building. Stanzel's approach to “adaptive reuse” offers an innovative alternative way to dismantle buildings. This corresponds to the overarching trend in architecture to reinterpret old structures and develop sustainable usage concepts.
Project description and usage concept
The work includes film documentation, in-depth analyzes and drafts for possible interim uses. In particular, the active design of intermediate spaces is considered and the sensible use of existing resources is emphasized. This happens in the context of the current challenges arising from climate change and the need to conserve resources. The aim is to transform the empty hotel into a creative and social space.
The proposed usage concept contains a variety of approaches, including:
- Studioflächen für Studierende
- Ein sozialer Mittelpunkt mit Materialtauschbörse
- Ein Nachbarschaftszentrum
- Ein Nachtclub
- Ein Künstlerresidenzprogramm in den oberen Etagen
This concept is in line with the principles of adaptive reuse, which not only leaves an ecological footprint but also preserves the history, identity and cultural value of existing structures. Loud stellaarchitect.com The adaptive use of existing buildings also promotes technical innovations and reduces CO2 emissions.
Competition and awards
The EUmies Award shortlist includes a total of 35 projects from 36 universities in 19 countries. The thematic focuses of the nominated works are diverse and include, among other things, housing, resource use and social and cultural issues. The finalists will be announced on May 9, 2025 during the Venice Architecture Biennale, while the awards ceremony is scheduled for June 19, 2025.
The decision not to demolish old buildings but to put them to new use is becoming increasingly important in architecture. Andreas Stanzel's master's thesis and its nomination for the EUmies Award illustrate the relevance of this way of thinking and its potential for the future of urban spaces.