AEG at Humboldthain (1894–1941)

Motors, machines, and electrical appliances – the range of products made at the new AEG location around 1900 was enormous. Although constructed only a few years apart, there is an unmistakable aesthetic difference between the AEG appliance factory and the New Objectivity architecture of the buildings created by world-renowned industrial designer and architect Peter Behrens. The monumental assembly hall for large machines is especially impressive. In 1984 the works closed and numerous buildings were demolished. Those left intact are now landmarked and comprise the Humboldthain Technology Park, home to departments of the Technical University, commercial businesses, and media companies. The historic main entrance is around the corner, at 107a Brunnenstraße. The so-called “Beamtentor” (Clerks’ Gate), design ed by Franz Schwechten, features a cogwheel as a symbol of industry.