| Project Id |
3206 |
| Project Name |
Dr. Barner’s Sanatorium, Germany |
| Description |
Dr. Barner’s Sanatorium was founded by Dr. Friedrich Barner in 1900 as a clinic for internal medicine and psychotherapy. Dr. Barner was one of the first physicians to advocate the association between body and mind, in line with a holistic approach to medicine. The sanatorium counts as one of the most significant Art Nouveau buildings in Germany. The Sanatorium is a characteristic element of European heritage and is an important example of early 20th century architecture and interior decoration. This comprehensive project ensured the careful repair of the original building fabric, removed inappropriate repairs and interventions and reinstated the visual integrity of individual rooms and building elements. The project also modernised technical services and improved the existing fire protection measures, ensuring that the clinic, which is still used for its original purpose, could operate with as little restrictions as possible during the conservation works. |
| Description of the economic, social and environmental impacts of the project |
The Sanatorium Dr. Barner was awarded an EU Prize for Cultural Heritage / Europa Nostra Award 2018 in the conservation category. The jury noted that the Sanatorium is a “characteristic element of European heritage and is an important example of early 20th century architecture and interior decoration”. The jury appreciated that “the Sanatorium is still in use as an institution and that the new additions are contemporary and compatible with the original fabric”. In addition to the design team, numerous external national experts, committees and research institutes were integrated during the process. The jury emphasized “the use of traditional techniques which are rare in Germany. A considerable effort has been made to involve conservators with these required skills which has led to a good outcome and contributed to the high quality of the conservation which has an integrated and holistic approach”. |
| Web links |
http://www.europeanheritageawards.eu/winners/dr-barners-sanatorium/ |
| Country |
Germany |
| City size |
Small town (5.000-50.000) |
