ONE PLAZA

ONE PLAZA on Kennedydamm is the gateway to Düsseldorf city center.
The landscape design of the inner courtyard and roof terraces contributes to the well-being of users and promotes a sustainable environment in the heart of the city. The lighting enhances the nighttime effect.

The lighting concept for the façade reinforces the sculptural design. The luminaires in the foyers are concealed in a stepped ceiling. The light fills the space in a magical way.

Building type
Office
Location
Europe, Germany, Düsseldorf
Project time frame
2020 — 2025
Certification
LEED
Client
MOMENI Development GmbH
Architect
HPP Architekten
Image rights
Ralph Richter, Düsseldorf

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