Winner of the GdW* tendering procedure for serial and modular housing construction

Why we have developed the Optimus system

In the summer of 2008, we (B. Hullak and J. Rannow) decided to turn two small architectural offices into one larger firm. Meanwhile, after numerous loops, tests, successes and failures, and as a result of past considerations and the experiences gained over the last eleven years, we have come to see the path of development that is right for us. Many things have changed, not everything has improved. Nevertheless, we are feeling optimistic about the transformation process.

As of 1st January 2020, we have been going our separate ways again. Jens Rannow and his company, teamrannow, are dedicating...

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