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Origin and history

The Robertsau walkway building in Strasbourg, built in the early 20th century, embodies a significant architectural transition. He was commissioned in 1905 by architects Lütke and Backes and was finally commissioned by Wildmann in 1909. The project marks a gap with the Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) style originally envisaged, to adopt a historic aesthetic combining German baroque and French classicism, reflecting the cultural influences of the German imperial era in Strasbourg.

One of the most remarkable elements of the building is its panoramic elevator dated 1910, designed in glass, wood and metal with an electric motor. This technical device, rare for the time, as well as the stairwell adorned with woodwork and stained glass, underline the luxury and innovation of construction. The building, classified as a Historic Monument in 2009, protects its facades, roofs, and the entire elevator system, showing an exceptional architectural and industrial heritage.

Located in the 26th aisle of the Robertsau, the building is located in a developing district in Strasbourg, then under German administration. Its architecture reflects the urban ambitions of the time, where technical modernity (electric elevator) and stylistic references coexist. The entrepreneur Jean Hey participated in its construction, alongside architects, illustrating the collaboration between craftsmen and designers for this emblematic project.

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