Torhaus
The Torhaus in Heidelberg stands on the former Großdeutschland Kaserne grounds as the barracks’ main entrance building. Its long, geometric form measures about 130 metres by 17 metres. Built in the 1930s, the structure housed military staff and administration before American forces continued that role after the Second World War. It has three full storeys, an attic, and a pointed roof.
Some sections reach three basement levels, giving the former entrance an unusual scale within the barracks complex. After the American withdrawal, the building stood empty. Today, conversion planning prepares it for one or more higher education institutions, with remaining areas intended for commercial use. This redevelopment adapts a former military site for civilian purposes while retaining its distinctive architectural form.
Point cloud scanning and drone photography produced a precise digital model for the renovation study. The model helps planners examine each room and floor while checking existing load-bearing capacity. Designated taboo zones mark areas where structural changes require substantial reinforcement. The most striking detail remains the contrast between its narrow width and extraordinary 130-metre length.
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