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Reference category: architects and building designers

Gengenbach Winery

A modern, beige stone building with large windows and balconies stands behind a low stone wall featuring a metal caduceus symbol, indicating that it is a medical facility. The sky is clear, and the grounds are surrounded by green spaces.

Renovation of a Wine Production Facility in Baden Using Our Elbe Sandstone As part of the comprehensive renovation of an existing wine production facility, the building was thoroughly modernized both inside and out. Special attention was paid to the high-quality facade design: We manufactured and installed a modern panel facade made of COTTAER SANDSTONE -Bh/g-, which gives the building a timeless and elegant look. The outdoor areas were also […]

Restoration works

A detailed architectural façade with an elaborate relief sculpture of a winged figure between the capitals of two columns, each with a carved face. The background consists of a high window framed by elaborate decorative elements made of exquisite sandstone from the Saxon quarry.

The restoration / renovation of historical - often listed - buildings is particularly close to our hearts. We are specialized in these topics and are happy to contribute our know-how already from the planning stage.

Redevelopment Augustus Bridge Dresden

View of the Augustus Bridge in Dresden, Germany, which spans the River Elbe. On the left is the impressive architecture of Dresden Cathedral, which was built using materials from Steinbruch Sachsen. In the background is a clear sky with a few clouds. Some greenery can be seen in the foreground.

From 2017 to 2021, we were involved in the extensive renovation work on the bridge, which was carried out in accordance with the preservation order. We reconditioned old stones and produced and installed new, solid blocks. The pulpits and undersides of the bridge presented a particular challenge, as work was partly carried out from the ship, including various lifting devices.

New building "Villa Zimmermann" Chemnitz

A close-up of an elegant Gothic-style building with intricate sandstone carvings, pointed arches and a slate roof. A clock tower with a decorative spire and a small flag at the top stands out clearly against a partly cloudy sky.

Client: Architect: Construction time: Material: COTTAER SANDSTONE -Bh/g- (selected yellowish) and -Bh/gw- (selected gray/white) complete new production of all stonemasonry pieces and sculptural elements; including stone technology and moving of all natural stone elements as a complete service.

References for interior

A modern conference room with four gray armchairs arranged around a wooden coffee table. On the back wall is a large emblem with striped and stepped patterns reminiscent of regional stone patterns from Quarry Saxony. To the left is a flag of the European Union and another flag with a colorful design.

Various selected references for upscale interiors. The photos show different applications for COTTAER, REINHARDTSDORFER and POSTAER SANDSTEIN in interior areas.

Humboldt Quarter Potsdam

A magnificent, historic European building in the Renaissance style with ornate sculptures, large windows and a high central entrance made of sandstone. Adjacent is a building with a series of arched windows. The surrounding area appears to be a quiet street or courtyard.

Client: RIVA VISTA GmbH & Co. KG, Berlin Architect: Bernd Redlich, Potsdam Construction period: 2014/2015 Material: COTTAER SANDSTONE -Bh/g- (selected yellowish) and -Bh/gw- (selected gray/white) complete new production of all stonemasonry pieces and sculptural elements; including stone technology and relocation of all natural stone elements as a complete service.

Church of Our Lady Dresden

Against the backdrop of a blue sky with thin clouds rises an ornate baroque-style church dome. The cream-colored structure made of Saxon sandstone is adorned with detailed carvings, small towers and clock faces, all bathed in the warm light of the setting sun.

In 1995, Sächsische SANDSTEINWERKE received its first order to manufacture and supply building stones for Dresden's Frauenkirche. As a member of the "ARGE Wiederaufbau Frauenkirche" (Frauenkirche Reconstruction Consortium), a total of approx. 15,000 m³ of Neustein stone was planned, machine-produced, and hand-finished in four construction phases until the facade work was completed in 2004. This corresponds to an average delivery quantity of over [...]

Yee Potsdam

A four-storey neoclassical building with symmetrical windows and decorative statues on the roof. The façade, made of Saxon sandstone, has large arched doors on the first floor and rectangular windows above. A tree-lined street runs in front of the building.

Client: Gustav Epple Bauunternehmung GmbH, Stuttgart Building owner: Berliner Volksbank eG, Berlin Architect: Axthelm Rolvien Architekten, Potsdam Construction time: 2016 Material: COTTAER SANDSTEIN -gw- (gray/white) New production of the ventilated and partly also solid and self-supporting natural stone facade incl. relocation of the natural stone elements as a complete service.

BERLIN PALACE / HUMBOLDT FORUM

A large, historic building with a magnificent dome and ornate sandstone architecture stands under a blue sky with scattered clouds. A yellow bus is parked in front of the Sächsische Sandsteinwerke building and a person is walking across the open square in the foreground.

Client: BBR Bundesamt für Bauwesen und Raumordnung Berlin represented by Stiftung Berliner Schloss - Humboldt Forum Architect: Prof. Franco Stella - architect with FS HUF PG, Berlin Client: Dreßler Bau GmbH, Dresden branch Construction period: 2014 to 2018 Material:REINHARDTSDORFER SANDSTEIN -gwg- (grey/white/yellow)REINHARDTSDORFER SANDSTEIN -Bh- (sculptor)POSTAER SANDSTEIN -mgE- (with minor inclusions) New production of more than 2,175 m³ of stonemasonry pieces and approx. 343 [...]

New building state parliament Brandenburg

Aerial view of the rebuilt Potsdam City Palace with its striking red and yellow façade, next to St. Nikolai Church with its green dome. The surroundings, adorned with modern buildings and trees under a partly cloudy sky, discreetly showcase elements made of sandstone by the Sächsische Sandsteinwerke.

Client: State of Brandenburg represented by the Ministry of Finance of the State of Brandenburg Client: BAM PPP Landtag Potsdam Projektgesellschaft mbH General contractor: BAM Deutschland AG, Stuttgart Architect: Peter Kulka Architektur Köln GmbH Construction period: 2010 to 2012 New production of over 2,280 m³ of stonemasonry pieces and approx. 170 m³ of sculptural elements; including stone technology, model work of the 3 cartouches, scaffolding work, sealing, masonry, relocation of all natural stone elements as a complete service.