Berlin: Water and Sand

This lecture explores the transformation of a site in Berlin after the fall of the Berlin Wall, focusing on the construction of the Olympic velodrome and swimming pool. The site's unique soil composition of sand and water required innovative civil engineering solutions, including the development of walls to support the structures. The lecture delves into the architectural integration of the velodrome into the urban fabric of Berlin, emphasizing the connection between different neighborhoods and the architectural significance of the infrastructure. Through the excavation process and the installation of protective walls, the lecture highlights the architectural and historical implications of the project, creating a distinctive building that harmonizes with its surroundings.