DIAMOND SKYLINE HOTEL
Nordkanalstraße - Spaldingstraße
Hamburg l Germany
87 rooms
41 parking spaces
12.238 m² gross area
Location is a key factor in the success of any hotel, and in this project, the central position of the land set the stage for the challenge ahead. With its triangular shape and vibrant surroundings of bustling streets and a picturesque bridge, the task was clear from the start.
While utilizeing the maximum buildable area, the main shape had to harmoniously integrate both in height and shape with its surroundings, while also addressing any noise considerations.
a floating diamond next to the bridge….
On the ground floor, a transparent open facade reveals the semi-public spaces of the hotel, including bar, restaurant, and the lobby.
Above, louvers on the first floor level divide the rest of the building, creating a light podium that, along with the ground floor, elevates the structure like a flying diamond.
This podium aligns in height with the adjacent bridge, establishing a fixed visual continuity.
Because of the considerable traffic noise in the surrounding city area, the modular facade design was developed in both 2D and 3D variations. This ensured not only effective integration with the surroundings but also provided the necessary noise insulation for the rooms.
Ground floor 995 m² gross area
1.st floor 1155 m² gross area
2.nd till 8th. floor 1016 m²
9th. floor 932 ²
10th. floor 819 m²
11th. floor 655 m²
12th. floor 570 m²
Basement 995 m²
Roof plan
The small plot and unique shape posed challenges for creating a standard parking ramp, leading to the decision to implement parking lifts. These lifts transport cars to the basement and first floor levels, allowing the ground floor to accommodate essential functions like the breakfast area, kitchen, back office, lobby, reception, and bar.
On the first floor and bridge side with no view obstruction, there's ample space for MEP facilities, while the rooms in this floor face the tranquil streets.
Each repeated floor maximizes room count with two escape routes, meeting German fire and security regulations. As the levels ascend, the shape and narrow ceilings influence the typical floor plan, gradually reducing room numbers.
the DIAMOND SKYLINE HOTEL boasts 287 rooms, 41 parking spaces, and a total area of 12.238 square meter above ground.
study models modular facade variants
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study model cubature study
study model cubature study
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