T3 Audi Design Center, Bavaria Commercial Building, German Commercial Architecture Photos
T3 Audi Design Center in Ingolstadt, Germany
23 Sep 2020
T3 Audi Design Center
Architects: gmp
Location: Ingolstadt, Bavaria, Germany
T3 Audi Design Center (DCI) at the company?s original site at Ingolstadt has now been operational for three years and has been extensively tested in practice by employees. What they found was also of great interest to the architects von Gerkan, Marg and Partners (gmp), who spoke with Mario Linke, Head of Audi Design Management.

For the first time ever, the entire design development process has been accommodated under one roof. An open and bright building has been created to a design by gmp. The closely guarded secrets are nevertheless kept hidden on the inside; this is achieved with a horizontally structured facade consisting of a folded, highly reflective glass curtain wall. During the hours of darkness, venetian blinds ensure the required confidentialit
With its horizontally structured glass facade, the building stands out elegantly and distinctly from the neighboring industrial buildings. The curtain wall facade with its folded planes and reflective surfaces creates a crystal-like impression and prevents any unwanted exposure of the closely guarded secrets on the inside.

The facility is used to design and develop new car models, which are brought to life in full-scale models.
The architects were challenged to create a work ambiance fit for the fu...