Structure

Wherever the structure of a building becomes visible, Werner Sobek aims to integrate this structure perfectly within the overall architectural intention.
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CO₂-Neutral Landmark for Kreuzberg
We are delighted that we were able to contribute to the realisation of the Macherei (M60) in Berlin, designed by Sauerbruch Hutton, with our structural engineering and BIM services. The Macherei utilises Cobiax technology, in which lightweight hollow plastic elements within a reinforced concrete ceiling replace the heavy concrete where it is not structurally required. In addition, state-of-the-art photovoltaics round off the consistently sustainable planning of the office building.
“Stuttgart 21 – Let There be Light!”
The online magazine “Marlowes” reports with amazement on the rapid progress of the new station concourse in Stuttgart’s underground – and on its impressive aesthetic effect: ‘… a visit to this shell construction gives an idea of how a piece of architectural history is being created here,’ writes author Achim Geissinger. We are delighted with this compliment!
Energy-Efficient Living with Aktivhaus Modules
Together with Aktivhaus, our office has realised a residential complex in Künzelsau, using a modular timber construction. The four energy-efficient buildings between Taläckerallee and Defregger Straße in Künzelsau are another successful example of the forward-looking use of the Aktivhaus modules developed by Werner Sobek.
Climate-Friendly Art Development for Children
The KinderKunstLabor was opened in the Altoona Park in St. Pölten, Austria, in the summer of 2024 – Werner Sobek was commissioned with the structural engineering of the project, which was planned with sustainability in mind throughout. The "Children's Art Laboratory" was designed by Schenker Salvi Weber Architekten ZT GmbH, Vienna...
Fascinating Play of Light
The design for the North Mosque in Manama, Bahrain, comes from the New York office of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill − Werner Sobek planned the supporting structure for this beautiful project.
Ems Bridge K2
A detailed article in MV EV deals with our Ems Bridge K2 project. In addition to the project planning, our office is also responsible for the structural planning of the cycle bridge. The structure in the Steinfurt district between Saerbeck and Emsdetten will cross the floodplain as a steel composite superstructure with tree-like supports.
Another Award for Climate-Friendly School
The new Fuchshofstraße primary school in Ludwigsburg has been awarded the Hugo Häring State Prize 2024 – we are delighted that this beautiful project, in which our office was responsible for the structural engineering, has once again been recognised. In addition to other awards, the school designed by the Stuttgart office Von M was one of the winners of the Baden-Württemberg Timber Construction Prize 2024.
Structural Planning for Hybrid High-Rise with a Dream View
We have some great new pictures of the "One Forty West" hybrid high-rise: Werner Sobek was responsible for the structural engineering, shoring planning and special steel structures for the tower in Frankfurt am Main, also known as "T-Rex".
Transparent Lattice Shells Close the Chalice Supports
Work on the major S21 construction site is progressing rapidly – the light eyes (grid shellsl) of the chalice supports are currently being fitted with their glazed lattice shells. We have the latest pictures showing the marvellous incidence of light through the transparent openings.
Supporting Structure for Sustainable Office Tower
The Senckenberg Turm (99 West) on the Senckenberg cultural campus in Frankfurt offers an urban mix of flats, offices, a hotel and a day care centre. Werner Sobek was responsible for the structural engineering of the 26-storey reinforced concrete building. The office tower, which is BREEAM-certified for its sustainability, was designed by Frankfurt-based cyrus architekten.
Of Light Fibre Sculptures & Metal Butterflies
Werner Sobek worked closely with the Stuttgart artist rosalie for over a decade and contributed to the successful realisation of many of her works with his ingenious structural planning. Born Gudrun Müller in Gemmringen in 1953, the artist passed away in 2017 at the age of 64. The collaboration with rosalie was always enriching and inspiring for us and it was a pleasure to have contributed to the realisation of these beautiful works.
A Supporting Structure for Art
We have been supporting artists in the structural realisation of their works for many years. For over a decade, we worked closely with the Stuttgart-based artist rosalie, who died in 2017, to realise her fantastic works. In New York, we planned the supporting structure for the sculpture "Fallen Sky" by the up-and-coming artist Sarah Sze and for the international open-air exhibition "Desert X" in Saudi Arabia, Werner Sobek planned their artistic contributions together with Zeinab AlHasehmi, Dana Awartani and Stephanie Deumer.
Diversity? Yes, please!
Our employees come from more than 40 countries and speak just as many languages. We enjoy this diversity every day, from which we learn and constantly benefit anew. In a complex world, success is based on international talent. Thanks to all our colleagues who enrich the Werner Sobek team! #gemeinsamdafuer
Master of Optical Manipulation
Openings in a bridge and mirrored surfaces embedded between two slanted panes of glass – this is all it takes to create new visual relationships between the people on and under the bridge. This was realised by the artist Sarah Oppenheimer with her art project C-010106 installed on the campus of the University of Texas in Austin. Sarah Oppenheimer's works are known for subverting the viewer's viewing habits. Werner Sobek was responsible for the structural engineering of this extraordinary art project. Photo: Richard Barnes, New York/USA
Sculpture Park in the Desert
For the international open-air exhibition "Desert X" in Saudi Arabia, Werner Sobek planned various sculptures for the artists Zeinab Al-Hashemi, Dana Awartani and Stephanie Deumer. Under the title "Sarab", the exhibition was dedicated to the themes "Fata Morgana" and "Oasis". A total of 15 temporary works explored these natural phenomena. Photo: Lance Gerber, California, USA