MARINA GARDENS

Marina Gardens designed by Barocde Architects and Knerer und Lang forms a new residential quarter along the Elbe River in Dresden, positioned between the riverside landscape and the existing urban fabric. The project defines a new edge along the water while maintaining visual connections to the historic skyline, including the Canalettoblick.

The development is composed of four building volumes arranged around a shared inner garden. Together, they create a cohesive ensemble that mediates between city and river. Gently articulated forms and a distinctive aubergine façade tone give the buildings a unified identity, while large loggias, floor-to-ceiling glazing, and generous terraces extend the apartments outward and reinforce the relationship between interior and landscape.

The project was awarded “Excellent Architecture – Residential” at the German Design Awards 2026.

The quarter comprises 210 apartments, ranging from compact one-room units to larger family homes, with a total residential area of approximately 14,300 m². Each dwelling is provided with private outdoor space and oriented to benefit from daylight and long views towards the Elbe.

At the centre of the ensemble, the landscaped courtyard functions as the social and ecological core of the project. Conceived as a dense and varied garden, it accommodates recreation, play, and informal gathering while contributing to biodiversity and climate resilience. Located within close reach of public transport, Marina Gardens connects residents directly to Dresden’s city centre within minutes.