When talking with the architect who helped to transform the Kuntshalle into what it is today, it seemed like one major restraints they encountered during the build was historical preservation. I see this challenge as both positive and negative. They were tasked when creating the building to keep the outside as true to original as possible. Much of the infer structure has to be replaced anyway due to outdated concrete. The kind they had in place had developed a reputation of collapse without warning signs. This is clearly a risk that can not be present in a public building for safety reasons.

This historical preservation has been a theme throughout our stay here. When walking down the street, you pass building after building that are hundreds of years old. The architecture is gorgeous and undoubtedly worth protecting for a variety of reasons. As much as working within these guidelines would be problematic, I also think it would be extremely rewarding.