On Dietlistrasse in St. Gallen, there are two buildings from the 1970s that are in need of renovation. In collaboration with the property developer Raumpioniere, the Zurich-based architecture firm OOS is optimising the existing buildings through targeted architectural and energy-related measures and adapting them to today’s living requirements.
As part of the project, two existing buildings on Dietlistrasse in St. Gallen, which were built in 1971, are to be extensively modernised. The focus of the project is on repositioning the buildings and increasing the density.
The original façades are being renovated for energy efficiency and given a new colour scheme. By largely preserving the existing structure and façade, grey energy will also be conserved. Only the windows will be completely replaced. The existing balcony sizes will be doubled, creating more outdoor space and giving the façade a new look.
New living layouts are created in existing buildings without the need for extensive structural interventions. This requires precise planning and a creative approach to the existing building structures in order to realise the change.
Particular attention is being paid to a well-thought-out mix of flats that enables modern and flexible living and also fulfils social aspects. The redensification will create a total of seven additional residential units, including smaller flats.
