Afrikahaus (Hamburg)

It was built in 1899 as the headquarters of the C. Woermann firm (including the Woermann-Linie) by the Hamburg architect Martin Haller and was given listed monument status in 1972.

In order for construction to take place, Haus Große Reichenstraße 31, an old Hamburg Mansion, was demolished.

The architect Martin Haller designed the facade to emphasize the exotic nature of its primary tenant.

[3] The building was closed for renovations for a few years, but reopened in February 1999 with modern office space.

During the renovation, special care was taken to ensure that architectural features such as cast iron supports, vaulted ceilings, doors, and a wall mosaic with African Motifs and Elephants were preserved.