Cultural Quarter Stein

The history of the town of Stein and its special connection with Faber-Castell were the inspiration for the development of the new library. The striking gable roofs of the surrounding buildings are not imitated, but developed into an independent, distinctive form. The new building stands out and yet blends into the surrounding structure. The existing inner courtyard is extended and redefined by the new library. It forms the link between the local history museum and the library, as well as the exhibition rooms and event spaces. Together with the new building, the existing half-timbered ensemble forms the new cultural quarter.