Outline Concept
“The ECB presents itself as solitary entity in the public park of Main. It symbolises an architectural landmark through: The exposed, political location in the centre of Europe. The European synthesis between tradition and technology. The willingness to assume responsibilities for the economic common good of the citizens of Europe.

The solitaire ensemble of the ECB allows for the creation of a new public park, fostering quality to the entire "Oststadt" (East City) through the connection from the "Ostpark", Zoo and "Mainpark" and enclosing Frankfurt's "Grüngürtel".

The interior of the "Grossmarkthalle" remains preserved in its scale but becomes enriched with spatial qualities: Through the extension of the gallery level and what used to be the ,,Cafe'-bridge" leading to the visitor's centre.

Taking the floor out on Level 0 opens up spatial and visual connections to the sports and leisure facilities as well as the parking areas.

An optimal work environment will be created through natural lighting and ventilation as well as through the east-west orientation for all the office spaces. The 2,500 workplaces of the first phase as well as the 500 additional spaces of the subsequent modular expansion receive a visual and spatial connection to Main and to the northeastern city area.

The highest flexibility to the office module and varying room depths allow for future modifications of the entire office area.

The Glass Halls offer thermally protected rest and communication areas for all employees on all levels.”