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meaningful pixel mania

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The so-called pixel pattern, called wild dressing among experts, looks as if the stones had been laid arbitrarily. In fact, however, there is a pattern that is not immediately recognizable.

URBAN DEVELOPMENT

urban design with color combinations

Inner cities and public squares – previously neglected – have long been seen by planners and architects as an important and worthwhile image bearer of a municipality.

Natural stone suppliers such as BESCO have long observed the trend that planners of large public projects for floor coverings tend to use colorful color combinations instead of choosing everything from the same stone of the same color. The so-called pixel pattern, called wild dressing among experts, looks as if the stones had been laid arbitrarily. In fact, however, there is a pattern that is not immediately recognizable. When designing the Starnberg church square, for example, the landscape architect responsible, Andreas Kicherer, chose pixel patterns. On the entire forecourt, the belgrano® granite stones laid in the wild association direct the view of the church.

Whether floor slabs or seating – many planners are increasingly using natural stone in urban areas. Because there are hardly any limits to the design diversity of this material and the value is high. In addition, natural stone defies all weather conditions. The Berlin natural stone importer BESCO offers good advice and a comprehensive service based on years of experience with public projects.

 

Kirchplatz in Starnberg - mehrfarbige belgrano® Naturstein Bodenplatten und Pflastersteine im Pixel it Muster aus Granit und Diorit

square with pixel pattern (Kirchplatz Starnberg)

Fussgängerzone Böblingen Neue Meile - mehrfarbige belgrano® Naturstein Pflasterplatten aus Granit und Diorit

pedestrian zone in Böblingen

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Sustainable Urban Planning: belgrano® Sponge City Solutions

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The sponge city principle stores rainwater and thereby reduces the risk of flooding. BESCO implements this concept with sponge city solutions under the belgrano® brand, contributing to improved urban climates and actively supporting climate change adaptation.

A Natural Stone Tour of Potsdam: 6 Must-See Projects!

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Natural stone adds a unique touch to modern structures and urban projects. On an exploration tour through Potsdam, you can experience how belgrano® natural stone exudes timeless elegance and durability at various locations. In a city like Potsdam, known for its rich history and impressive architecture, belgrano® natural stone integrates seamlessly into the historic cityscape.

Prize-worthy beautiful: The marketplace of Bad Salzdetfurth

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In 2021, the small town of Bad Salzdetfurth received a newly redesigned marketplace. It bridges nature and urban life while providing direct access to the water. belgrano® natural stone creates a harmonious link between the historic old town and the modern square, which has become a popular meeting spot. The project, realized by POLA Landscape Architects, has been repeatedly nominated and awarded.

Tradition meets modernity: Revitalization of the Austrian Posthotel Taube into a 4-star hotel

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After almost three years of extensive renovation and expansion work, the historic Posthotel Taube in Schruns, Austria, reopened its doors as a 4-star hotel on December 1, 2023. The comprehensive renovation measures were led by the Vorarlberg architecture firm bernardo bader architekten, while Rhomberg Bau took over the construction management as the general contractor. BESCO supplied around 400 tons of European granite for the design of the outdoor areas. With its reopening, the Posthotel Taube is now one of the top addresses in the region.

Long live belgrano® natural stone (edition 2)

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Once again, we take a closer look at some of our belgrano® natural stone projects, some of which were completed more than ten years ago. We take a closer look at the Porschestraße in Wolfsburg (completed in 2009), the market square in Schönebeck an der Elbe (completed in 2016), the State Archive in Magdeburg (completed in 2011) and the main square in Landsberg am Lech (completed in 2013). The longevity of belgrano® natural stone is proven by current photographs.

Green oasis in Stuttgart's city center - the new Calwer Passage

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The Calwer Passage is the new eye-catcher in the state capital of Baden-Württemberg, Stuttgart. The passage, which is a heritage listed building, reopened in 2023 with a new concept and has since become the "place to be" in the city center. BESCO supplied regional european granite for the redesign of the outdoor facilities.

Long live belgrano® natural stone

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We take a close look at three projects that were completed more than ten years ago. What do the market square in Halle, the Airport Plaza at Hamburg Airport and the suburb in Ebingen look like today?

city revitalization through newly created meeting areas

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With the third construction site, the redevelopment of the town center of Hohenems was completed at the end of September 2018. In 2016, the renewal of the urban infrastructure and urban design of the Austrian municipality on Lake Constance began.

New interpretation of the main street in Markt Erlbach

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Read about the exciting creation of the main street in Markt Erlbach and the interaction of all those involved.

Pedestrian zone in Heilbad Heiligenstadt shines in new light

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The redesign of the pedestrian zone in the beautiful Heilbad Heiligenstadt in Thuringia took about two years. Great value was placed on the citizens' ideas on the one hand, and on the thoughts of the business owners on the other hand, during the holistic planning. The intention was to make the lovingly named "Wilhelm" in the heart of the spa town an attraction for visitors and locals alike.