Arnulfpost Google Headquarter
Services:
Construction management
GBA:
56.000 m²
Builder:
Google Germany GmbH
Deadline:
Completion 2025
Architects:
Allmann Sattler Wappner Architekten München,
Woods Bagot Architects, London
Awarding procedure:
individual award
The Arnulfpost building complex, constructed in the 1920s, served as the headquarters of Deutsche Post from the 1930s to the mid-2000s. The complex is exemplary of the architectural style of the Bavarian ‘Postbauschule’ (Post Office Building School), which broke new ground between 1920 and 1934. The architects Robert Vorhoelzer, Franz Holzhammer and Walther Schmidt were among the leading figures of this movement and are considered pioneers of Bavarian Modernism, which set innovative standards in both design and engineering.
While the belt buildings surrounding the area were designed for general administrative purposes, the buildings inside were designed specifically for their functions: workshop, vehicle hall, customs building and rotunda with sorting machines and central delivery hall. The listed ensemble has been adapted to various uses over time.
The conversion of the historic Arnulfpost into a modern Google campus is one of Munich’s most significant construction projects. Since the takeover in 2019, Google has been combining listed architecture with contemporary working environments.
The renovation, conversion and extension of the building components enable sustainable reuse as an office and development centre, which also creates space for exchange and professional collaboration.
Up to 1,500 employees are expected to work at the new location. The campus will not only promote innovation, but also serve as a meeting place for the people of Munich.