800 Years of City History - Step by Step in Marburg City Hall
On the occasion of Marburg's 800th anniversary, the historic town hall, which was built from 1512 to 1527, underwent extensive renovation. In addition to varied new guidance system elements by meng, a detailed city chronicle in pictures was also created, which is attractively presented in the staircase. Bach Dolder GmbH, Büro für Ausstellungsgestaltung from Darmstadt in joint venture with Sieveking von Borck and Wandel Lorch Götze Wach was responsible for the overall project.
The timeline motifs were applied to MDF support material using digital printing. Painted in different colours on the sides, they create an interesting aura effect. In the staircase, the oak steps, most of which are in good condition, were uncovered and restored. The steps were also given a high-contrast design to make them easily recognisable for people with visual impairments. The wooden panelling under the timeline also received a careful restoration.
One of the two information elements for visitors not only offers up-to-date information via an integrated display, but also has shelves for brochures. In accordance with the specifications for barrier-free orientation in public buildings, the second element has a tactile orientation plan for people with visual impairments. Both information elements are made of Fenix as a solid material. The use of brass letters with a thickness of 3 or 10 mm and a letter height of 48 or 55 mm conveys value in connection with the historical architecture. Placed on information elements, doors or directly on the wall, they are an interesting eye-catcher.
All door and wall signs are made of 10 mm Fenix solid material and are partly tactilely inscribed. Their dark colour harmonises perfectly with the surrounding materials, be it plaster, light or dark wood or concrete. Meeting rooms have door signs with occupancy displays, which were custom-made by meng.
The façade itself is adorned with the lettering "RATHAUS" in pewter bronze. Further cast bronze signs contain tactile inscriptions.