Neuer Gerichtskomplex

Envisioning the Courthouse of Berlin and its embodied civic identity.

Master thesis (2023)

Authors

H.N. Naik Architecture and the Built Environment

Contributors

H.A. van Bennekom History, Form & Aesthetics - Architecture and the Built Environment (supervisor 1)
F.J. Speksnijder Teachers of Practice / AE+T - Architecture and the Built Environment (supervisor 2)
C.E.M. Blom (supervisor 2)
A. Geuze Landscape Architecture - Architecture and the Built Environment (supervisor 2)
Faculty
Architecture and the Built Environment
Copyright: © 2023 Harin Naik
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Published Date

30-06-2023

Language

English

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Faculty

Architecture and the Built Environment

Abstract

Courthouses are the very front face of the judicial system. It can also be referred to as a connecting link or the only link between the people and the fundamental rights to justice described under the Constitution. Situating in the city of Berlin, with a dynamic history of changing power and law, the new Judicial complex aims to open itself to the people of Berlin, bringing back the lost civic identity of the courthouse complex. The proposal finds itself in the beating heart of the city and along the future cultural spine - river Spree. The larger vision thrives towards designing a courthouse that forms the centre of public activities and blends into the daily dynamics of people’s life. Bringing the law back to the city centre would allow more people to be part of it and how their involvement would shape the decisions taken, and how people’s opinions could play a vital role in judicial systems. Looking at the future idea of a modern public space and the court being a part of it will reflect the needs of the dynamic group of Berliners and generate an atmosphere where the city and the law can share the space. Breaking the historic stereotypical barrier will help dilute the threshold that separates the city to participate in the law.