021 GAIA / HAIN

Werder (Havel)

2021-2023

Christian Cotting
Emily Schlatter
Jakob Wolters
und Jurek Brüggen

GAIA and HAIN are located at the foot of a vineyard, adjacent to a biodiverse landscape along the River Havel. Designed as storage and production facilities for the vineyard, these buildings go beyond simply protecting the environment—they actively contribute to the regeneration of the climate, nature, and built surroundings.

Both GAIA and HAIN are constructed almost entirely from natural, recycled, local, and renewable materials. Their design prioritizes ecological integration not only during their use for viticulture but also beyond the lifespan of their structures. These buildings are designed to remain valuable habitats for wildlife even after their functional use ends, demonstrating a long-term vision for coexistence with the natural world.

Through their thoughtful design, GAIA and HAIN propose a model for ecological development on a small, tangible scale. They embody an architecture that not only serves human needs but also improves the Earth, fostering a future where built environments support life in all its forms.



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