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Berlin's electricity industry has had a significant impact on the city's geography, with numerous sites and buildings bearing witness to its industrial heritage. This research aims to investigate the status, spatial characteristics, preservation, and utilization of key heritage sites to gain a deeper understanding of Berlin's industrial heritage associated with the electricity industry.
The city is home to various electrical industry heritage sites, including factories, power plants, research facilities, and administrative buildings. These sites have undergone various forms of repurposing over the years and are now used as museums, cultural centers, or event spaces. Notable examples include the AEG Turbine Hall, the former Siemens headquarters, and the Berlin Energy Museum. Some sites are officially designated as Protected Heritage, while others are recognized as prime examples of early modernist architecture.
To categorize these sites, a range of criteria will be utilized, including historical significance, architectural value, and adaptability for reuse. The original purpose of the buildings, their construction year, and geographic data will be considered in this classification process. A comprehensive inventory of 421 facilities related to the electrical industry has been meticulously compiled using a geographic information system(GIS), ensuring precise geographic coordinates and distinct spatial characteristics are identified.
Furthermore, an in-depth investigation will be conducted to determine the specific functions of these facilities, discern their characteristics based on the year of construction, and assess the extent of any expansions. The preservation and utilization of these sites will be thoroughly evaluated by consulting Berlin's esteemed cultural heritage protection system and leveraging the resources of the Berlin Center for Industry and Culture.
Through the analysis of Berlin's electrical industrial heritage's location and classification, and the examination of the current state of these sites, this paper aims to enhance our understanding of the challenges and opportunities in preserving and repurposing the city's industrial heritage. It provides a comprehensive overview of these sites, their significance, and offers insights into the potential risks and benefits of redevelopment, thereby delving into the complexities of striking a balance between conservation and progress in a rapidly evolving urban environment.
References
1.Nico Kupfer, "Die „Elektropolis“ Berlin Vision und Realität der elektrifizierten Metropole", Zeitschrift der Stiftung Deutsches Technikmuseum Berlin, Ausgabe 1/2015, pp.4-8
2.Dorothee Haffner, "Industriekultur in Berlin Zeugnisse der Industriekultur", Berliner Geschichte. Zeitschrift für Geschichte und Kultur, 1. Jahrgang, 10/2015, pp. 24-31
3.Katharina Hornscheidt, Susanne Kähler, "Das Erbe der Industriekultur Innovative Vermittlungsformate für Kinder und Jugendliche", Mitgliederfachzeitschrift für Stadt-, Regional- und Landesplanung, Heft 1_18, pp. 31-33
4.Thorsten Dame, Landesdenkmalamt Berlin, "Elektropolis Berlin Architektur- und Denkmalführer", 2015
| Keywords | Industrial Heritage, Electricity Industry, Preservation, Utilization, Berlin |
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