Exhibition shows Henry van de Velde and his networks
A Belgian in Chemnitz: on the way to the Capital of Culture year, a new exhibition highlights the work of designer Henry van de Velde. One of his complete works of art can be seen in the city.
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Greens call for a review of the renovation of the Dresden TV tower
The Dresden television tower was a popular excursion destination in GDR times. In 1991, the 252-metre-high city landmark was closed to visitors. The planned renovation has not yet been completed.
The Zwingerbauhütte in Dresden: 100 years of responsibility for a baroque landmark
With the construction of large cathedrals in Europe, building lodges emerged over the past centuries. Their purpose was to maintain the substance of the places of worship. A secular building lodge is now celebrating its anniversary in Dresden.
Architects' President Jauck: Using straw and clay
Building is expensive, raw materials are scarce and supply chains are sometimes unstable. Solutions to these problems will be discussed at the Central German Architects' Day.
Demolition of the Carola Bridge in Dresden follows original concept
The remains of the destroyed train of the Dresden Carola Bridge on the Old Town side have been demolished. A special machine is currently turning the debris into fine rubble - then the excavators move on.
Problems with water level during demolition at Carola Bridge
The demolition of the destroyed section of Dresden's Carola Bridge has been ongoing since the beginning of October. The demolition work is on schedule, but there are difficulties.
Carola Bridge in Dresden: Demolition work is progressing
The demolition of the collapsed section of Dresden's Carola Bridge is underway. Long-arm excavators are turning the remains on the Old Town side into rubble - they are now being crushed on site.
Light art enchants Chemnitz - a new view of architecture
A light art trail offers a new perspective on well-known buildings in Chemnitz and highlights places that otherwise receive little attention. Behind this is an architectural vision for the city.
Modernization of the Chemnitz railroad arch completed
The initially planned demolition was met with fierce protest: Deutsche Bahn has now made the more than 110-year-old Chemnitz viaduct fit for the future.
Elster Valley Bridge in Vogtland reopened to rail traffic after extensive construction work
The refurbishment of the Elster Valley Bridge in Vogtland is progressing. Trains can now once again run on both tracks over the historic structure.
Royal parade rooms in the Dresden Residenzschloss completely reconstructed
Four and a half years after the opening of the reconstructed Royal Parade Rooms in Dresden's Royal Palace, their magnificent interior decoration is complete. The last precious tapestries have been hung.
Federal government supports renovation of the late Gothic collegiate church in Chemnitz-Ebersdorf
The federal government's special monument protection program is contributing more than half of the costs for the renovation of the collegiate church in Chemnitz.