More than just traffic flows beneath the road
Anyone driving along the B 460 in Heppenheim rarely suspects the complex infrastructure hidden directly beneath the asphalt. Around 14,000 vehicles roll along here every day – cars, trucks, commuters, life. But underground, an invisible lifeline of the city is at work: the Stadtbach stream, enclosed in a culvert that is now reaching its limits.

Between city center, history, and engineering
In the heart of Heppenheim, cramped urban conditions, historic buildings, and modern requirements come together.The challenge: a 614-meter section, a vaulted structure over 100 years old, and a reinforced concrete frame from 1968 – all under ongoing traffic and with limited space for diversions.

How to rethink a structure while it remains in use
CSZ is responsible for the object and structural design for the renewal of the culvert—including the reorganization of road drainage, integration of a pre-treatment plant, diversion of the city stream during the construction period, and hydrological design for HQ100 (12 m³/s). The principle here is: only as much closure as necessary, as much renewal as possible.

A construction site in the middle of life
The inner-city location makes construction logistics an engineering feat in itself. Access roads for residents, emergency services, and hotel guests, some via auxiliary bridges, will be maintained. And to protect local residents, we are using low-emission methods—technology that shows consideration.

Sustainability begins beneath the surface
What is being created here is more than just a building: it is an example of resilient infrastructure – permanently sustainable, safe in the event of flooding, and ecologically well thought out. Together with all parties involved, we are planning a solution that protects both Heppenheim’s traffic and its waterways.

A strong plan for Heppenheim
CSZ won the VgV competition for this challenging project – and is delighted to be making one of southern Hesse’s central transport axes fit for the future. A project that shows how engineering, sustainability, and urban development go hand in hand.

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Serial timber construction is revolutionizing residential construction in Bavaria: fast, efficient, and sustainable. With the first type approval for residential buildings with load-bearing solid wood walls by the Bavarian Ministry of Construction under Construction Minister Christian Bernreiter, buildings that are identical or similar in construction can be approved and implemented much more quickly. The eight-story pilot building at Komotauer Straße 14 in Fürth, built by the Fürth municipal housing association (WBG Fürth), impressively demonstrates the capabilities of modern timber construction.

Facts about the project:

• 8 floors with load-bearing solid wood walls
• 24 barrier-free apartments with income-based subsidies (EOF)
• Completion in just 13 months thanks to serial prefabrication

As the tallest rental apartment building of this type in Bavaria, the project is a prime example of space-saving planning, sensible redensification, efficient construction processes, and genuine climate protection. This pilot project demonstrates that modern wood construction design, sustainability, and fast construction times are not mutually exclusive. They form the basis for sustainable urban development and the creation of affordable living space. CSZ is proud to have contributed to the success of this forward-looking project with its fire protection planning. The project was completed in just 13 months thanks to serial prefabrication.

Photo: WBG Fürth

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A new beginning with tradition and a future
For almost 70 years, the Lindenberghalle has shaped sporting and social life in Bad Friedrichshall. After decades of intensive use, it was clear that renovation was no longer worthwhile—a new building was the logical step. The replacement building will create a modern venue for sports, education, and socializing that meets the needs of clubs, schools, and the adult education center, while also forming part of the Lindenberg complex with its daycare center and outdoor facilities.

Where the project stands today
The official groundbreaking ceremony took place on July 22, 2025. Following the successful partial demolition of the old hall, the construction kick-off meeting for the shell construction took place on September 2, 2025—an important milestone on the way to the new building. Shell construction work will begin in the coming months, before the hall is expected to go into operation in 2027.

CSZ as structural engineer
We are delighted to be responsible for the structural design for this important municipal project. With efficient structural solutions, we are ensuring that the new hall is stable, flexible in use, and maintainable in the long term – in line with sustainable and future-proof construction methods.

Thank you to all project partners
We would like to thank all project partners for their trust and cooperation. Projects like this show what is possible when architecture, structural engineering, and municipal planning go hand in hand.
“The new Lindenberghalle represents what drives us: sustainable structures that enable sustainable use and a vibrant future.”

Project partners:

• Client: City of Bad Friedrichshall
• Architecture: Krummlauf Teske Happold (kth)
• Project management: Drees & Sommer SE
• Structural engineering: CSZ Ingenieurconsult GmbH & Co. KG
• Construction management: K + K Ingenieurgesellschaft mbH
• Landscape architecture: Jedamzik + Partner
• Electrical planning: Heimo Herbel GmbH
• HLS planning: Bunse GmbH

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Demonstrating teamwork – that was the focus of the autumn team event held by the CSZ Frankfurt office on Wednesday, October 29. The goal was to work together to overcome a tricky challenge that required not only logical thinking, but also communication and cooperation: the “ATLANTIS” escape room.

In the sunken city, the air generator had failed and the inhabitants were in danger of suffocating. With an ancient stone from the Ur-Atlanteans, the CSZ team had exactly one hour of oxygen to solve the ancient puzzles. The mission: “Find the Eye of Poseidon.” With combined forces, clever exchange of ideas, and a strategic approach, the team mastered the task – with 16 minutes to spare!

After the exciting adventure, the team went to the restaurant “Bei Frau Nanna,” where the evening ended with good food and lively conversation. In addition to the fun, the focus here was also on team spirit: strengthening relationships, exchanging ideas, and celebrating successes together.

Mr. Frank Ottenschläger, managing partner of CSZ Ingenieurconsult CORNELIUS-SCHWARZ-ZEITLER GmbH, emphasizes: “At CSZ, we consciously focus on team building. Strong cooperation is the basis for sustainable success – and that’s exactly what such shared experiences demonstrate.” Anyone who would like to become part of the CSZ team or learn more about CSZ is welcome to get in touch.

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