The Regierungsviertel, also known as the “government quarter” or “ribbon of government”, is the cluster of buildings stretched one kilometer along the Spree and houses the majority of the German federal government offices. This sort of modern corporate office park includes the Reichstag, the Paul Löbe Building and the Bundestag—all of which ensure the functionality of the Parliament—many embassies, the Federal Chancellery and much more.
While some of the buildings are quite the eyesore, it is an interesting take on how to blend historic, turn of the century/early 20th-century architecture with sleek, modern German aesthetics.
- Willy-Brandt-Straße 1
- 10557 Berlin
at Hauptbahnhof; 
at Unter den Linden- Download vCard
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Xaver Naudascher Supersoul Recordings, Berlin
A lot went wrong in terms of architecture when Berlin was finally re-united and re-built after '89. This one they got right. It's modern, impressive and here to stay. Walking around the government area with my dog Vumbi always has a very eye-opening and relaxing effect on me. He has no concept of power as he seems to have no problem releasing himself in front of Mrs. Merkel's office. Dutiful citizen that I am, I collect it under the eyes of indignant tourists.
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