A pixelated vertical campus overlooking Berlin’s historic Oberbaum Bridge.
EDGE East Side Tower is a 36-storey, 142 metres (466 ft) skyscraper in the Friedrichshain district of Berlin, Germany. It is currently the tallest multistory building in the city, until the completion of the Estrel Tower. It was completed at the end of 2023, and was designed by Bjarke Ingels Group. The main tenant is Amazon.
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Visitor Guide
The ground floor is designed as a public 'urban living room'; use it as a shortcut from the S-Bahn to the Mediaspree.
The middle of the Oberbaumbrücke at sunset for a shot of the tower reflecting in the Spree River.
Public lobby and terrace access during business hours. Higher floors are occupied by Amazon and require security clearance.
The tower's facade uses a stepped 'pixel' geometry to create a series of outdoor terraces for office workers.
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Design & Structure
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) used computational optimization to maximize sunlight for the terraces while minimizing wind loads.
Glass and aluminum facade with a reinforced concrete core; interior focus on wood and natural light.
The 140-meter tower features a unique 'stepped' volume that shifts its center of mass for a more dynamic profile.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed Edge East Side Tower?+
Edge East Side Tower was designed by BIG and completed in 2024. It is located in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, Germany.
Where is Edge East Side Tower located?+
Edge East Side Tower is located in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, Germany. Its coordinates are 52.5060°, 13.4485°.
When was Edge East Side Tower built?+
Edge East Side Tower was completed in 2024. It was designed by BIG.
Can I visit Edge East Side Tower?+
Edge East Side Tower is a real building in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.