The Berlin Academy of Architecture
The Academy of Architecture , erected by Friedrich Schinkel between 1832 – 36, was, for its time, a provocatively unadorned, modern, but at the same time prestigious building, which did not please contemporaries. Today, it is still regarded as Schinkel’s most momentous piece of work. The institutions which occupied the building over the years have also contributed to its fame, however. Firstly, the Prussian Academy of Architecture and Supreme Construction Deputation, and after the First World War, the German School of Politics took up residence there.
The foundation of the Academy of Architecture Sponsor Association , constitutes a solid perspective for the reconstruction of the Academy and its use. There are plans to develop a collection of documents regarding the architectural history of Berlin. The combination of private and public involvement is expected to lead to the creation of a new exhibition and competence centre for architecture and construction in Berlin.
Academy of Architecture - View from 1905
Academy of Architecture - Painting of Gärtner