The Stadthöfe complex consists of eight listed buildings. The prestigious office building is located on Neuer Wall. Built in 1914 by Fritz Schumacher (1869–1947), it underwent complete modernization by Quantum starting in 2009 after the municipal authorities moved out. The architect responsible for the project was https://davidchipperfield.com / https://kuehnmalvezzi.com / https://carusostjohn.com

This beautiful building on Kaiser-Wilhelm-Straße was designed in 1896 by architects Werner Lundt (1859–1938) and Georg Kallmorgen (1862–1924). Commercial use is limited to the lower floors. Apartments are located upstairs. The staircase and magnificent entrance are beautifully preserved.

Es zeigt sich, das auch moderne Architektur nicht langweilig sein muss. In dem Gebäude sitzen verschiedene Firmen in angemieteten Flächen – wie in den alten Kontorhäusern.

A modern office building awaits visitors on Hermannstraße near the Binnenalster. It is a modern building (from 1990?) that can compete with the old office buildings. Its oval staircase makes going up and down a pleasure. It shows that even modern architecture does not have to be boring. Various companies are located in rented spaces in the building—just like in the old office buildings.

In der Nähe der Laeisz-Halle und dem Brahmskontor findet sich das schönes Kontorhaus, fertiggestellt 1902. Der Architekt Albert Lindhorst (1871-1938) war auch für das Wrangelhaus verantwortlich und lieferte die Pläne für das Stellahaus. Von 2012 bis 2014 sanierten https://www.grs-architekten.de das schöne Gebäude.

The second staircase in Hamburg’s Holstenhof is very similar to the first in terms of shape and color. What it lacks is the expansive space. It is more practical, yet still beautifully designed. Here, too, there are beautiful tiles and the magnificent railing.
Near the Laeisz Hall and the Brahmskontor is the beautiful Kontorhaus, completed in 1902. The architect Albert Lindhorst (1871-1938) was also responsible for the Wrangelhaus and provided the plans for the Stellahaus. From 2012 to 2014, https://www.grs-architekten.de renovated the beautiful building.

The famous old English Pharmacy is located in the office building from 1862 on Gänsemarkt. The elevator was added later, and the ornate staircase has been preserved from the interior. Unfortunately, the architect is unknown.

In 1902, architects Bernhard Hanssen (1844–1911) and Wilhelm Emil Meerwein (1844–1927) created this beautiful house near Hamburg City Hall. The impressive entrance and tiled staircase lead visitors upstairs. An elevator is also available.

Built in 1950, Skandinavia Haus is located in the heart of Hamburg’s famous stock exchange district on Kleine Johannisstraße. A revitalization by https://www.apoprojekt.de gave the building a modern flair. It offers rentable office space and two elevators.

Aktuell gibt es zum ältesten Paternoster der Welt (und Hamburgs) einen Skandal. Der Investor hat den zu Teilen sanierten und funktionsfähigen Umlauffahrstuhl möglicherweise entfernen lassen. Das Denkmalschutzamt bereitet derzeit das Ordnungswidrigkeitsverfahren wegen des Paternoster-Ausbaus gegen Bauherr Müller-Speer vor. Den aktuellen Artikel im Abendblatt finden Sie hier.

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The Flüggerhöfe were built between 1888 and 1937. The Flüggerhaus, part of the ensemble, was built by Frejtag and Wurzbach between 1907 and 1908 for the Flügger company. A special feature is the paternoster installed there, a circulating elevator. It is the oldest paternoster in the world.
The site on Hamburg’s Rödingsmarkt stood empty for years and was sold several times. The investor Müller-Spreer was awarded the contract for the Flüggerhöfe and is now developing the site with its old substance, part of which is a listed building.

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A scandal is currently unfolding regarding the world’s—and Hamburg’s—oldest paternoster elevator. The investor may have had the circulating elevator—which had already been partially restored and was fully functional—removed. The Office for the Preservation of Monuments is currently preparing administrative proceedings against the developer, Müller-Speer, in connection with the removal of the paternoster. You can find the latest article in the *Abendblatt* here.

Near his home in Hamburg Bahrenfeld, architect Karl Schneider built 1928-29 a residential complex with apartment buildings (42 apartments) and 12 terraced houses. Three shops with beautifully curved shop windows offer commercial space. An overview of the residential complex can be found on the Karl Schneider Society website. One of the terraced houses was painstakingly restored to its original condition by a couple of architects. The architects from acollage involved in the renovation provide an insight into the project here. The photos were taken on Heritage Day 2025 during a guided tour by the Karl Schneider Society.

Gerhofstraße on Gänsemarkt consists of just a few houses. It is only 100 meters long. An inconspicuous building houses a very beautiful staircase. The banister looks playful. The building houses medical practices and offices. It was built around the turn of the century in 1900.