Deutsche Rentenversicherung Stralsund, Germany

To create an open, welcoming atmosphere despite the large number of required spaces, the architects at knaus mertes architekten conceived a striking landmark instead of a compact 90,000 m² structure. The DRV site consists of two four-story, angled building segments featuring a total of nine "arms." These main wings are connected by a light-filled atrium spanning the entire height of the building. This central atrium serves as the primary entrance area, a space for interaction, and a transitional hub between wings, enhanced by surrounding galleries, staircases, and connecting walkways. 

A carefully planned concept of violet and blue zones ensures structure and orientation throughout the expansive building. These zones feature a cohesive design across all hallways and corridors, encompassing doors, frames, signage, and flooring. For the latter, ANKER’s tufted PEP carpet (colours 306 and custom colour 10B) has been the choice for 25 years. Renowned for its durability and resilience, the fine frisé-velour carpet harmonizes seamlessly with the ambiance of the 78,000 m² office space, adding vibrant accents to the administrative environment.