Fassade vor ihrer Einrüstung, Foto: Staro 1, creative commons via wikimedia commons

Meine Bemühungen, VOR Abriss in dem Gebäude noch Bilder machen zu dürfen, wurde abschlägig beschieden. Begründung: „Hintergrund ist, dass sich das Gebäude bereits im aktiven Rückbau befindet. Mit Beginn der Abbruchmaßnahmen verändert sich der bauliche Zustand eines Gebäudes laufend. Tragende Bauteile können bereits teilweise geschwächt oder entfernt sein, Decken- und Wandbereiche sind unter Umständen nicht mehr dauerhaft belastbar, und Verkehrswege innerhalb des Gebäudes können sich kurzfristig ändern oder nicht mehr sicher nutzbar sein. Auch herabfallende Bauteile, offene Schächte, ungesicherte Kanten, Staubentwicklung, Lärm sowie der Einsatz von schwerem Gerät stellen in dieser Phase erhebliche Gefahren dar.“

Sie finden mehr Informationen und Bilder (auch von innen) auf der Webseite des Denkmalvereins: https://www.denkmalverein.de/verluste/kontorhaus-leder-schueler Wieder ein Kontorhaus weniger in Hamburg.

The imposing corner building in Hammerbrook was constructed in 1928 according to plans by Fritz Höger. Its last owners were the investment firms PEG Hamburg and Reiß & Co. It was acquired in 2019 and prepared for renovation. During an inspection, extensive damage to the structure was discovered. The historic preservation office subsequently approved its demolition, which is set to begin in 2026.

My request to take photographs inside the building BEFORE demolition was denied. The reason given was: „The reason is that the building is already undergoing active demolition. Once demolition work begins, the structural condition of a building changes constantly. Load-bearing components may already be partially weakened or removed, ceiling and wall areas may no longer be able to bear permanent loads, and access routes within the building may change at short notice or no longer be safe to use. Falling debris, open shafts, unsecured edges, dust, noise, and the use of heavy equipment also pose significant hazards during this phase.“

You can find more information and photos (including interior shots) on the Monument Preservation Society’s website: https://www.denkmalverein.de/verluste/kontorhaus-leder-schueler Yet another Kontorhaus lost in Hamburg.

This unassuming office building was constructed in downtown Hamburg around 1900. The stairwell has been modernized. The building is used by several medical service providers. Unfortunately, the architect is unknown.

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.

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.

Unfortunately, very little information is available about the building Merckhof. If you can help (year of construction, architect), I would be grateful. In 2019, it was renovated and refurbished by https://www.maa-architekten.de.

Not a Kontorhaus in the sense of the website, but a beautiful property in Hamburg’s city center: the Hypothekenbank building in Hohe Bleichen street from 1897. The bank was founded in 1871 and merged into Deutsche Hypothekenbank Frankfurt Hamburg AG in 1998. The building is a listed building and underwent extensive modernization in 2006 by https://sehw-architekten.de. In addition, the building was given two additional, modern attic floors. It now houses office space and a restaurant.

The beautiful Kontorhaus near the Binnenalster was built in 1904 by the architect Claus Meyer (1870-1922). It was renovated in 2003-2004, preserving the charm of the old days. The preservation order was observed. The building got its name from the bank that resided there until 2009. The bank Hesse Newman & Co. was founded in 1777.

The historic Kontorhaus from 1906 awaits visitors with a beautiful façade. The architect was Gustav C. E. Blohm (1869-1943). Inside, the beautiful façade is replaced by unadorned tiles and metal railings from the 1950s. An elevator was installed at a later date.