Buchner Bründler AG

Buchner Bründler AG, based in Basel, is a renowned architecture firm known for its innovative and site-specific architecture. Founded by Daniel Buchner and Andreas Bründler in 1997, the firm stands for a sensitive dialogue between buildings and their surroundings. Every project is individually thought through and is intended not only to meet functional needs but also to offer aesthetic added value and to be embedded in the context of its surroundings. This philosophy shapes the creative approach to all building projects, whether it involves larger urban plans or smaller residential building projects.

Among the special features of Buchner Bründler's architecture is the variety of materials and forms they use. The use of raw concrete in particular is characteristic, as it lends the building a certain grounding and timelessness. Projects such as the Volta Zentrum residential and commercial building and the Hotel Nomad in Basel show the aspiration to respect existing structures and facades while at the same time responding to contemporary needs. Through a sophisticated spatial program and precise craftsmanship, the firm produces architecture that is both functional and inspiring.

A rigid formal language is not to be found at Buchner Bründler; rather, forms and volumes are experimented with in order to establish a harmonious relationship between the interior and exterior spaces. The residential building in Lörrach and the house on Bläsiring are examples of how the design is tailored to the specific requirements of the users while at the same time creating new urban spaces. In addition to the creative implementation of large projects, Buchner Bründler is also engaged in teaching and thus opens the doors for the following generations of architects.