With Schnetzer Puskas Ingenieure, Architektur Galerie Berlin showcased the work of a structural engineering firm for the first time. The exhibition highlighted a discipline that often functions behind the scenes, yet is fundamental to the realization of exceptional and sustainable architecture. In the intricate interplay between civil engineering, architecture, and the construction industry, structural engineers are assuming an increasingly pivotal role.

The exhibition title, Balanced Structures, encapsulates the multifaceted approach of Schnetzer Puskas Ingenieure. The firm’s work extends beyond achieving a balance of stability, form, and function within supporting structures; it also seeks to integrate these elements harmoniously within both urban and rural contexts. In response to today’s economic and ecological challenges, Schnetzer Puskas Ingenieure are committed to minimizing material usage, reducing carbon footprints, and advancing the principles of the circular economy. Balanced Structures also alludes to the dialogue between engineers and architects, where constructive necessities and (architectural) creativity converge to create a cohesive whole.

The exhibition illustrates this approach through four projects, where structural design plays a crucial role in the architectural expression: the new buildings for the taz publishing house and the Spore Initiative in Berlin, as well as the Project TITLIS in Engelberg and the Oerlikon Sports and Swimming Center in Switzerland, realized in collaboration with E2A, AFF Architekten, Herzog & de Meuron, and Boltshauser Architekten, respectively. These projects were developed through a process of collaborative problem-solving, resulting in bespoke, unique solutions.