Located at 22, Neie Wee in Berbourg, this new heating plant designed by Kleinmuller Architects marks an important contribution to Luxembourg’s ongoing energy transition.

Commissioned by the Commune of Manternach, the project is currently under construction and aims to establish a contemporary, durable and efficient piece of public infrastructure that integrates seamlessly into its rural context.

Thoughtfully positioned within the landscape, the building reflects a clear architectural intention: to combine technical performance with a restrained and coherent spatial identity.

The architectural language of the heating plant is grounded in rationality and sustainability. Every element of the design has been developed with precision, from the compact organisational principles to the material selection and structural clarity.

The envelope, composed of vertical timber cladding mounted on a robust structural frame, expresses both functionality and honesty. The rhythm of the wooden façade creates a natural texture that softens the building’s technical function, establishing a warm dialogue with the surrounding topography and vegetation.

Timber, chosen for its renewable origin and low environmental impact, reinforces the project’s commitment to responsible construction practices.

Complementary materials such as metal contribute to the building’s durability and weather resistance, ensuring minimal maintenance over time.

These choices are aligned with the environmental objectives of the Commune, supporting energy performance, resource efficiency and long-term sustainability.

Large technical openings are integrated discreetly into the façade design, highlighting the architects’ ability to balance operational needs with an understated architectural expression.

Internally, the heating plant is organised around clear workflows and efficient technical distribution. The plan prioritises functionality, safety and ease of maintenance, reflecting the complex operational requirements of energy production infrastructure.

Despite its technical nature, the spatial organisation remains legible and coherent, demonstrating Kleinmuller Architects’ capacity to translate functional constraints into a clear architectural system.

More than a utility building, the heating plant represents a forward-looking investment in sustainable energy production for the region. Kleinmuller Architects is proud to support this public mandate by designing a building that stands not only as a technical facility but also as a carefully considered architectural object. The project illustrates the practice’s expertise in integrating engineering, environmental performance and contemporary design into a context-sensitive composition.

Through its material honesty, measured proportions and strong environmental ambition, the Berbourg Heating Plant contributes to a new generation of public buildings in Luxembourg—functional, sustainable and quietly expressive. It reflects a belief that even highly technical structures can participate in the cultural and architectural quality of the built environment.