Jan Braker Architect

Rugenbergen School Bönningstedt

Domplatz in Hamburg Hamburg

Bickbargen primary school Halstenbek

Kita Bachlinge Luetjensee

Who owns the street? The cases of Lange Reihe and Steindamm in Hamburg Vorschau

Who owns the street? The cases of Lange Reihe and Steindamm in Hamburg UCL Press

Kindergarten Lohe-Rickelshof Lohe-Rickelshof

To Rebuild or Not to Build,Bornplatz Synagogue in Hamburg Vorschau

To Rebuild or Not to Build,Bornplatz Synagogue in Hamburg National University of Singapore

Why are conservative Immigrants & LGBTQ+ groups not sharing the same public space in Hamburg? Vorschau

Why are conservative Immigrants & LGBTQ+ groups not sharing the same public space in Hamburg? University of Nottingham Trent

Revamping German educational facilities into communal centres Vorschau

Revamping German educational facilities into communal centres University of Nottingham Trent

Cooperative Housing as a Substratum for Societal Integration Vorschau

Cooperative Housing as a Substratum for Societal Integration University of Nottingham

Community Centre Lägerdorf

Afrikahaus Hamburg

Trittau School Trittau

TU Berlin Chemical Invention Factory Vorschau

TU Berlin Chemical Invention Factory Berlin

Kindergarten Muensterdorf Muensterdorf

School Rugenbergen Boenningstedt

Heinrich Eschenburg School Holm

Kindergarten Dueneberg Geesthacht

Grundschule Luetjensee Luetjensee

Bunkers in Hamburg as symbols of a dark heritage Vorschau

Bunkers in Hamburg as symbols of a dark heritage University of Birmingham

Johann Rist School Wedel

Domplatz in Hamburg Hamburg

Kita Bachlinge Luetjensee

Kindergarten Lohe-Rickelshof Lohe-Rickelshof

Why are conservative Immigrants & LGBTQ+ groups not sharing the same public space in Hamburg? University of Nottingham Trent

Cooperative Housing as a Substratum for Societal Integration University of Nottingham

Afrikahaus Hamburg

TU Berlin Chemical Invention Factory Berlin

School Rugenbergen Boenningstedt

Kindergarten Dueneberg Geesthacht

Bunkers in Hamburg as symbols of a dark heritage University of Birmingham

Socialist Housing Strategies in Eastern Europe and The Middle East Vorschau

Socialist Housing Strategies in Eastern Europe and The Middle East Technical University Darmstadt

When Participatory Design becomes a Democratic Sphere of Influence Vorschau

When Participatory Design becomes a Democratic Sphere of Influence Polytechnic University of Catalonia, Barcelona

Liliencronschool Laegerdorf Laegerdorf

Arkan Theatre Cairo

From 80,000 to Only 8 Persons, the Dwindling Jewish Heritage in Cairo Vorschau

From 80,000 to Only 8 Persons, the Dwindling Jewish Heritage in Cairo Krakow / University of Birmingham

Kindergarten Appen Appen

Women in Egypt, The Myth of a Safe Public Space Vorschau

Women in Egypt, The Myth of a Safe Public Space Technical University Delft

Kindergarten Sonnensegler Halstenbek

Kindergarten Kirchwerder Hamburg

Kindergarten Bickbargen Halstenbek

School Nord Halstenbek

Understanding Cairo: The Logic of a City out of Control - Book Review Vorschau

Understanding Cairo: The Logic of a City out of Control - Book Review Cairo

Schopenstehl Studios Hamburg

Loughborough Junction University of Greenwich, London

Kindergarten an der Raa Pinneberg

Kindergarten Bismarckstrasse Pinneberg

Berliner Tor Hamburg

Kurt Schwitters Forum Hannover

Kindergarten Berner Heerweg Hamburg

School Holzkirchen Holzkirchen

Museum of Modern Art Saarbruecken

Floating Home Eilbek Canal Hamburg

School Stacherholz Switzerland

Fire Brigade Building Bern Switzerland

Wilhelmsburg-Reiherstieg Hamburg

Treehouses in Paradise Paradise Island

Bickbargen primary school Halstenbek

Who owns the street? The cases of Lange Reihe and Steindamm in Hamburg UCL Press

To Rebuild or Not to Build,Bornplatz Synagogue in Hamburg National University of Singapore

Revamping German educational facilities into communal centres University of Nottingham Trent

Community Centre Lägerdorf

Trittau School Trittau

Kindergarten Muensterdorf Muensterdorf

Heinrich Eschenburg School Holm

Grundschule Luetjensee Luetjensee

Johann Rist School Wedel

Gebrüder Humboldt School Wedel

Kindergarten Tangstedt Tangstedt

School Muensterdorf Muensterdorf

Private Initiatives vs. State Interventions Vorschau

Private Initiatives vs. State Interventions American University in Dubai

Cinema Radio: From movie displays to politics interplay Vorschau

Cinema Radio: From movie displays to politics interplay Birkbeck, University London

Kindergarten Samenkorn Breitenburg

Hussien Al-Mimar Street, The Tale of a Restricted Street Vorschau

Hussien Al-Mimar Street, The Tale of a Restricted Street Technical University Delft

Kindergarten Holzhuepfer Halstenbek

Kindergarten Lotte Lemke Halstenbek

Kindergarten and Community Centre Vorschau

Kindergarten and Community Centre Prisdorf

Reclaiming Public Spaces Cairo

Downtown Cairo Cairo- Egypt

Kindergarten Regenbogen Halstenbek

Kindergarten Bergedorfer Schlossstrasse Vorschau

Kindergarten Bergedorfer Schlossstrasse Hamburg

Apartments and Kindergarten Schillerstrasse Vorschau

Apartments and Kindergarten Schillerstrasse Hamburg

Thamesmead University of Greenwich, London

Hafencity Magdeburger Hafen Hamburg

Robin Hood Gardens University of Greenwich, London

New Fair Neumuenster

Maydew Tower University of Greenwich, London

Education Centre Uster Switzerland

School Bazenheid Switzerland

School Langenthal Switzerland

Topography of Terror Berlin

BEN-D 2 Italy

Ian Ritchie Architects' Offices Vorschau

Ian Ritchie Architects' Offices London

Apr 2025 Vernissage Architektur Salon- AIT

How can we transform Hamburg’s Magistralen to address social and spatial challenges while fostering local economies without fueling gentrification? On April 10, 2025, the Architektur Salon-AIT in Hamburg will host a vernissage showcasing innovative work of our Lines & Dots students from Hafencity University-HCU alongside the students from Münster School of Architecture, and Leibniz Universität Hannover. With us, all the way from London, two interesting talks from Gord Scott and Haworth Tompkins, moderated by Fritz-Schumacher-Gesellschaft e.V.The exhibition will run until May 3, 2025. Join us for an evening of critical discussion, creative ideas, and new ways of looking at the city. Poster credit: Jonas Trittman

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Feb 2025 Final Jury Hafencity University

The final jury for our Lines & Dots design course at HafenCity University recently took place. Throughout the semester, we guided 28 students as they collaborated on exploring Hamburg's M10 corridor in Harburg. Divided into 15 teams, students proposed architectural interventions addressing key urban challenges from historical, spatial, and anthropogenic perspectives. The external juror from Harburg municipality praised the originality and creativity of their work, highlighting their growth as future architects.

We are hiring Architects

We are looking for creative and bold architects! If you have 3–5 years of experience and are fluent in German and English, join our team! Send your application to: info@janbraker.de. Eligibility to work in the EU is mandatory. Photo: Jakob Börner.

Intern-6 weeks DAAD/TU Berlin (Habitat Unit)/ASU

We are pleased to welcome our new intern Sandy Grant to our team as part of the 2023–2026 collaboration program with DAAD and TU Berlin's Habitat-Unit. Ms. Grant will actively participate in developing our new concept design for Hamburg's squares, with a focus on Domplatz. Her arrival is part of our collaboration with TU Berlin's Habitat-Unit entitled "Towards Greener Egyptian Cities: Promoting People-Centered, Practice-Oriented Urbanism". This project is funded by the DAAD's „Praxispartnerschaften Afrika 2023–2026“ program and brings together our office, TU Berlin's Habitat-Unit, and partners in Germany and Egypt to foster knowledge exchange between academia and environmentally conscious urban practices.

Nov 2024 Lecture British University in Egypt-BUE

Dr. Bedour Braker will deliver a lecture to architecture students at the British University in Cairo as part of the "Built Environment and Human Behaviour" course. The lecture will highlight the transformative impact of involving communities in project decision-making and how this approach can reshape the identity of small communities. Dr. Braker will also explore how architecture, through innovative design methods, can positively influence user experiences and foster deeper connections between people and their environments.

Nov 2024 Public Lecture University of Thessaly

Jan Braker has been invited to deliver a public lecture for architecture students at the University of Thessaly on November 10th. In this special talk, Braker will dive into the journey of architectural design, from the initial concept stages all the way to project completion. He’ll share insights into how his office embraces sustainability, focusing on environmentally responsible practices that make a positive impact. Braker will also explore the role of architecture as a bridge for community needs, highlighting how design can serve as a meaningful mediator for the people and places it touches.

Oct 2024 Guest Lecturer Hafencity University

Jan and Bedour Braker have been invited to join the Design Studio 5 team at the Department of Architecture at HafenCity University to guide 28 students in developing strategies for addressing urban challenges along Magistrale 10, a key city artery in Harburg-Hamburg. The studio aims to identify critical issues and explore opportunities for revitalization, transforming underutilized areas into attractive focal points. The goal is to reimagine Magistrale 10, shifting it from a fragmented thoroughfare into a dynamic and inviting urban destination.

Oct 2024 Public Lecture Spatial Simulation Lab

Dr. Bedour Braker gave a talk at the Spatial Simulation Lab entitled “Architecture as a Community Facilitator: From Design Vision to Reality.” In this talk, Dr. Braker explored the important role of the architect as a facilitator, bridging the gap between different stakeholders – from politicians and community representatives to the actual users – and ensuring that their voices are included in the design process. She highlighted several transformative projects completed by our office Jan Braker Architect in Hamburg, and showed how these designs had changed the community’s perception and fostered a deep sense of connection and identity within their built environment. In addition, Dr. Braker provided a detailed insight into the comprehensive process the office followed – from the first visionary sketches on paper or screen to the realized buildings on site – and highlighted the collaboration, challenges and innovations that accompanied the implementation of these architectural ideas.

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Sept 2024 Gold Prize Kalzip

Our project ASB Bachlinge Kindergarten was awarded the Gold Prize in the Kalzip Architecture Awards for the Most Beautiful Architecture category. This category focuses on the aesthetic value of the systems used. Evaluation criteria included versatility and creativity as well as the lasting impression of the buildings amongst the public. The event took place in the Loftschiffhanger in Mülheim.

Sept. 2024 Paper Acceptance

Dr. Bedour Braker has been invited to present a paper titled "Transforming Hamburg's Historic Heart into a Cosmopolitan Urban Oasis: The Case of Domplatz." This paper highlights our office's proposed solutions to maximize the potential of Domplatz as a public space, reinforcing its role and identity within Hamburg as a cosmopolitan hub. The presentation will be held at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina in Alexandria, Egypt, during the IASTE Conference in 2025.

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We are hiring Personal assistant

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for organization and design? We’re looking for a dynamic “Personal Assistant” to join our team at “JAN BRAKER ARCHITEKT” in Hamburg. You’ll manage schedules, support daily tasks, and handle key administrative duties. Fluent in German and English, with basic graphic design skills? This could be your perfect opportunity! Apply now to: info@janbraker.de Photo by: Jakob Börner

We are hiring Architecture intern

Looking for a sharp, motivated intern to assist us with research and design at JAN BRAKER ARCHITEKT in Hamburg.If you’re eager to dive into real projects we want to hear from you. Apply now and get hands-on experience with us!Send to: info@janbraker.de

We are hiring Architect

Calling bold, innovative architects. If you have 3-5 years of experience, and communicate in German and English professionally, join us! Apply now to:nfo@janbraker.de Photo: JAKOB BÖRNER

Jul 2024 Paper Acceptance Chania, Greece

In collaboration with Prof. Iordanis Stilidis and Dr. Heba Hussein, Dr. Bedour Braker's shared paper has been accepted for presentation at the UMAR conference in Chania, Greece. Their research (COMMON GROUND – COLLECTIVE PERSPECTIVES: A series of initiatives for social-spatial reforms) stemming from transformative workshops across several Mediterranean cities, explores innovative urban revitalization strategies and fosters a rich network of academic and cultural exchange.

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Jun 2024 BauNetz Architekten

We are happy to be invited to join the BauNetz Architekten community! You can now explore many of our projects and publications displayed on their esteemed platform.

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Mai 2024 Kalzip Awards

We're thrilled to share with you that our project, ASB Bachlinge Kindergarten in Lütjensee, has been nominated for the "Schönste Architektur" category in the KALZIP Architecture Award 2024! But we can't win without YOUR support! Please vote for ASB Bachlinge Kindergarten- Jan Braker Architekt, and show your support. Plus, don't forget to check out our office, Jan Braker Architekt, among the list of esteemed nominees! Every vote counts, Click the link below to cast your vote now.

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Apr 2024 Award Holzbauzentrum Nord

Our office was awarded a special prize by Holzbauzentrum for our project “Kindergarten ASB Bachlinge” in Lütjensee. Among 41 projects coming from both Hamburg and Schleswig Holstein, our design was selected for the Special Prize category. The kindergarten was finished in 2022 and we are happy with the outcome and the feedback from its users. It accommodates around 100 children and is embraced by a picturesque setting with sweeping views of the hilly landscape surrounding it, which was the main inspiration during the design process. This project succeeded because of a constructive collaboration with the amazing client of Lütjensee’s municipality, the skilled engineers and the committed contractors, this team made the design come true. We also want to express our gratitude to the Holzbauzentrum for honoring us with this esteemed award.

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Apr 2024 Groundbreaking Lägerdorf

This week, Jan Braker, along with a select group of invitees, attended the groundbreaking event for the construction of Germany's first "climate-neutral" cement plant at the Holcim cement plant Lägerdorf near Itzehoe, Schleswig-Holstein. The event featured insightful presentations by Federal Minister of Economics Habeck (Greens) and Prime Minister Günther (CDU), who emphasized the numerous sustainable benefits of this big-scale project in comparison to the traditional ways of producing cement. Our office was responsible in designing some segments in the whole complex.

Jan 2024 IASTE & Riyadh Region Municipality Conference

In January 2024, Dr. Bedour Braker was invited by the IASTE committee to present a paper at a conference jointly organized by Riyadh Region Municipality and the College of Architecture and Planning at King Saud University in Saudi Arabia. The conference, held from January 5th to 9th, focused on topics related to its overarching theme: "The Dynamism of Tradition," exploring the dynamic reinterpretation of the past within contemporary contexts and its implications for the future. Dr. Braker's paper, titled "Colonial Echoes: Investigating the Lingering Effects of the German Empire in Africa on Hamburg’s Built Environment," was among the contributions. Additionally, she particpated as a session chair for the discussion on "Design Influences."

Dec 2023 Mühlau School Inauguration

The Mühlau school in Trittau marked its inauguration in December, hosting school teachers, students, and parents for the celebratory event. Inspired by the festive spirit of the month, the school administration organized a Christmas market, allowing children to showcase their handcrafted products for sale in their new classrooms. The schoolyard was paked with activity and music as crowds gathered, accompanied by the warmth of waffles and bonfires, lending a special ambiance to the occasion.

Dec 2023 Paper Acceptance

The latest paper by Dr. Bedour Braker has been accepted for publication in the Working Papers Series (WPS) 2024- IASTE, and scheduled for presentation at the IASTE conference in Riyadh in January 2024. The conference theme, "The Dynamism of Tradition," perceives tradition as an active process that reinterprets the past within the contemporary context and looks towards the future. Dr. Braker's paper delves into the succinct yet significant history of German colonialism in Africa. Entitled "Colonial Echoes: Examining the Lasting Impact of the German Empire in Africa on Hamburg's Architectural Landscape," it investigates the enduring influence of this historical period on the architectural fabric of Hamburg.

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Nov 2023 Collaboration TU Berlin (Habitat Unit)

In a partnership with Habitat-Unit from TU Berlin and Ein Shams University in Cairo, we hosted a delegation of scholars and professionals at our office. Jan Braker and Bedour Braker delivered a presentation which provided insights into our strategies for incorporating sustainability into our projects. The presentation was followed by a guided tour with Jan Braker of the urban areas in Hamburg that align with the workshop's objectives. This collaborative initiative is made possible through the support of DAAD and is anticipated to span three years, from 2023 to 2026.

Nov 2023 Collaboration TU Berlin (Habitat Unit)

As part of the workshop conducted in collaboration with Habitat-Unit at TU Berlin, Jan Braker joined the team from Ein Shams University in Cairo to visit the architectural office ZRS Architektur. Prof. Andrea Klinge from ZRS led an in-depth tour of their sustainable building techniques and provided a glimpse into their specialized laboratory for crafting their own bricks.

Nov 2023 Pecha Kucha London-Street Space

Dr. Bedour Braker has received an invitation to deliver a Pecha Kucha presentation at the book launch event for 'Everyday Streets: Embracing Inclusive Perspectives on Street Analysis and Design' in London. During this event, Dr. Braker will explore the contents of her chapter, which delves into an in-depth examination of two contentious streets within a Hamburg neighborhood. Over a span of three years, she has conducted a meticulous examination of these streets, revealing a striking contrast in terms of their traditions and levels of mutual acceptance, despite their physical proximity.

Oct 2023 Public Lecture Archinet

We're thrilled to share that Dr. Bedour Braker is scheduled to present a public lecture in October as a featured speaker at the 4th Arab Architecture Week 2023, which is being hosted by Archinet on the Zoom platform. Dr. Braker's talk will explore the evolving German policy landscape concerning the redefinition of educational institutions and their integral role in community development. The lecture will also delve into our architectural designs at Jan Braker Architekt, which tackle various societal challenges and underscore the significance of involving the community in decision-making. This conference is open to the public, providing an accessible opportunity for everyone to engage with these critical discussions.

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