Frankfurt UAS – Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences

WandelBar

The student project presents an inclusive, modular and transportable “Wasserhäuschen”, whose defining quality lies in its transformability, enabling a wide range of conditions and uses within a compact footprint.

In its closed state, the “Wandelbar” appears as a 3 × 3 metre wooden cube with a luminous lantern element that can draw attention to events. Its translucent envelope provides a pleasant overhead glow during the day and allows abundant natural light to enter—an aspect often missing in traditional Wasserhäuschen. In its open state, the structure transforms: through folding mechanisms, the inclusive Wasserhäuschen can be opened up and expanded. As an independent typology, it takes a holistic approach to accessibility, considering diverse needs in terms of access, movement, and use for both visitors and staff.

The structure is oriented towards two sides, opens to the surrounding public space, and invites people to linger. Designed as a modular system, it can be adapted to different locations and usage scenarios, combining sustainable construction with practical flexibility.

Kiana Khederzadeh, Mike Klimczak
Supervising professors: Prof. Stefanie Eberding, Prof. Caroline Günther