Between the listed clinker brick façade and the banks of the Spree, versatile open spaces have been created, featuring outdoor dining areas, seating and green courtyards. Extensive pathways paved with large sawn cobblestones define the layout, whilst copses of trees and perennial beds provide green accents. The design combines robust materials with clean lines, creating transitions between publicly accessible areas and commercial use. The close integration of existing buildings, new developments and the water creates a distinctive place with a strong urban identity. The ‘Gebauer Goldband’ and the ‘Gründergeist’ are real eye-catchers that pay homage to the site’s history.