Sony Center

Berlin’s Sony Center stands out with a striking courtyard covered by a sweeping roof that resembles a modern circus tent. The light-filled canopy radiates from a central ring, changing tone with the sky and glowing after dark. Beneath it, the open plaza hosts cafés, cinemas, and public spaces, creating a lively hub at Potsdamer Platz.

Layers of Old and New

Part of the pre-war Hotel Esplanade lives on within the complex. Original sections, including historic walls and fittings, were carefully preserved and set into the contemporary architecture. This blend of heritage and glass-and-steel design offers a vivid look at Berlin’s evolving urban landscape, where fragments of the past are framed by bold, modern lines.