Beyer-Building, TU Dresden, Germany

Object Type
Universities
Listed

Client
Staatsbetrieb Sächsisches Immobilien- und Baumanagement /Niederlassung Dresden II

Architect
ARGE mit AGZ Zimmermann Architekten GmbH

Completion
2025

Expertises
Thermal Insulation & Energy Performance Calculation
Measurements Building Physics
Building Acoustics
Room Acoustics
Acoustic Measurements

The listed Beyer Building of TU Dresden, one of the university’s most distinctive campus landmarks, underwent extensive renovation and modernization between 2018 and 2025. With an investment volume of approximately €76.5 million—including €8.2 million in ERDF funding—a state-of-the-art facility for teaching, research, and administration was created for the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences. The refurbishment included the renewal of technical building systems, energy optimization, fire protection measures, and structural reinforcements using carbon concrete. The observatory tower of the Lohrmann Observatory, which had been modestly rebuilt after wartime destruction, was carefully restored in line with monument preservation standards and fitted with new technical equipment. A particular highlight is the planetarium, located in the attic. While the historical character of the lecture halls, corridors, and staircases was preserved, newly enclosed courtyards and improved circulation systems enhance the building’s functionality.

Our specialist building physics planning comprised building and room acoustics as well as thermal and energy performance studies, simulations, supervision of the ERDF energy efficiency funding process, and accompanying measurement-based monitoring. The key challenge lay in harmonizing sound and thermal protection with the historic building fabric. For lecture, laboratory, and office spaces, unobtrusive room acoustic measures were developed that seamlessly integrate with the architectural design. In addition, special protective measures were devised to minimize vibrations affecting the geotechnical materials testing and experimental facilities. Through efficient building services and targeted simulations, summer thermal comfort and overal

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