Catholic Church
Düsseldorf-Garath
Gottfried Böhm, arch. 1970

It seems that I haven't uploaded anything here in forever.....time to rectify that.

It is part of a larger complex which also includes a two-level retirement home, St. Hildegardis. I was surprised to learn that it no longer functions as such, but now houses refugees from Ukraine, which meant that we weren't allowed inside. That is unfortunate, as there are some great spaces--especially a very sculptural ramp out of bricks and concrete. I hope that they will be preserved, as the structure is currently being renovated, but I couldn't tell to which extent.

I worked on an (unbuilt) addition to the structure back in the 90's and the clients back then wanted that ramp taken out in order to make more room for the dining area.

The security guard wouldn't let us in and simply couldn't understand 'why people came by on a daily basis and wanted to take pictures?'

I'll include some exterior images..hopefully sooner than later.

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