Modernisation

If a venue is to be refurbished or converted, an energy consultation helps to develop an energy-efficient refurbishment strategy for the building.

A refurbishment strategy includes financial planning and drawing up a schedule. It is the basis for ensuring that measures are implemented within the planned time frame.

When implementing the refurbishment strategy, experts ensure compliance with standards.

The early planning and authorisation of the installation of solar panels or other structural changes ensures a sustainable and future-proof energy supply.

New building materials offer environmentally friendly solutions for construction, such as generatively manufactured sound-absorbing panels made from mushrooms and plant fibres.

Building technology requires regular inspection. This involves identifying inefficiencies and making adjustments where necessary. The aim is to optimise energy consumption.

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Venues should comply with fire safety regulations when refurbishing and remodelling. This also applies to the regulations on barrier-free access: Some entrances may need to be refurbished.

The refurbishment and conversion of listed buildings are subject to separate regulations. In the context of monument protection, specialists can advise on sustainable energy supply, for example.

Performance venues need a sufficient number of social rooms. Such rooms are used, for example, for breastfeeding, nappy changing or as a place of retreat.

Building materials based on fungi and plant fibres can trigger allergies. Therefore, venue operators must firstly check their use carefully in collaboration with experts.

Venue operators can consider adaptation to climate impacts even during the modernisation process. Climate impacts include periods of heat, heavy rain, flooding and storms.

Modernisation

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