The doors are open for the little forest sprites
The new daycare center “Henry’s Little Forest Elves” on Magdeburger Straße in Pohlheim was presented to the public at the end of February during an open house. Ms. Gülcan Subasi, managing director of CSZ Ingenieurconsult Bauphysik GmbH & Co. KG, was on site for the opening. The daycare center was officially opened with the symbolic handover of keys by Mayor Andreas Ruck to Christian Betz, Chairman of the Marburg-Gießen district association of the German Red Cross. It offers space for up to 125 children in several group areas.

Modern timber construction with sustainable technology
The single-story new building, constructed using solid timber, covers around 1,400 m². Bright group rooms, quiet areas, and spacious play corridors create a modern and functional environment for everyday life at the daycare center. The facilities are complemented by a multifunctional and exercise room, which can also be used by Pohlheim clubs. The building is equipped with a photovoltaic system and air-to-water heat pumps, combining sustainable construction with modern building technology.

CSZ took over specialist planning
CSZ took over specialist planning for structural design, building physics, and fire protection in the project, thereby supporting key engineering aspects of the new building. We are delighted to have used our planning expertise to lay the foundations for creative play, learning, and discovery—and wish the “little forest elves” a great start in their new premises.
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* The Gießener Anzeiger newspaper also reported on the new Henry’s Little Forest Elves daycare center in Pohlheim.
“Henry’s Little Forest Elves opens Monday” – Gießener Anzeiger, February 25, 2026
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At the end of January, CSZ celebrated the topping-out ceremony for the new Elsa Brändström Secondary School together with everyone involved in the project. The new building on the grounds of the Emslandstadion comprises a six-stream secondary school with a triple sports hall and is taking shape with its characteristic flower-shaped architecture. The traditional topping-out speech was given in the presence of Mayor Dr. Peter Lüttmann, Barbara Kummer from the municipal building management department, school principal Yvonne Sundermann, representatives of the construction companies, and the JSWD team.

JSWD’s design is based on a flower-shaped floor plan. The auditorium, cafeteria, self-study center, and all-day areas are grouped around a central school foyer. The classrooms and specialist rooms are arranged along the outer facades, while learning islands and recreation areas face the inner courtyards. This creates flexible learning and recreation areas for students.

CSZ Structural Design: Stable. Durable. Efficient.
CSZ is proud to have been responsible for the structural design of this school project and to be working with all project participants to advance the implementation of this sustainable school building.

: JSWD / Franco Casaccia
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A lot can change in a year: new specialist topics, real project experience, and lots of “aha” moments. That’s exactly what our intern Mislina Kaynak experienced in building physics, successfully completing her one-year mandatory internship.

At the heart of building physics – involved from the very beginning
Ms. Kaynak contributed to our CSZ projects with great commitment, a noticeable enthusiasm for learning, and a keen sense of building physics. With her positive attitude, she was also a valuable addition to the entire team.

Thank you & all the best for the next step
We would like to express our sincere thanks for her valuable support and wish Ms. Kaynak all the best and every success for her upcoming studies. We are confident that she will continue on her path with just as much curiosity and drive.

Interested in an internship at CSZ?
Interested in an internship at CSZ? Then simply register via our website/careers page—you are also welcome to send us a speculative application. We look forward to responses from motivated, talented individuals!

Caption (from left to right):
Gülcan Subasi (Director, CSZ Ingenieurconsult Bauphysik GmbH & Co. KG)
Mislina Kaynak (Intern)
Anna Weiß (Managing Engineer, CSZ Ingenieurconsult Bauphysik GmbH & Co. KG)
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Der Beitrag CSZ congratulates: One year of building physics internship successfully completed erschien zuerst auf CSZ Ingenieurconsult.

This year, CSZ Consulting Engineers Inc. is proud to support two international capstone projects at the Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary. The projects are based on real construction projects but have been adapted for educational purposes. Students explore what it means to design sustainably in real-world structural engineering projects.

Vocational School | Traunstein, Germany
A multi-story educational building serves as the starting point for a student design project. The students develop a lightweight concrete structure using UNIDOME voided slab technology. They engage in the design process and investigate the impacts of using such systems (CO₂ reduction, material savings) within architectural and structural constraints.

Kindergarten | Groß-Umstadt, Germany
A two-story kindergarten serves as the basis for a student timber-composite project. The students design a timber-composite structure, leveraging the advantages of different structural materials. They explore the architectural implications of their design and work within given constraints to develop a solution that is efficient and constructible.

What makes these Capstone projects special?
Real-world design projects
Exploring sustainability as a design philosophy
Industry-Academia cross-collaboration
Supporting the next generation of engineers is more than mentoring – it’s sharing responsibility and seeking knowledge through a passion for engineering solutions that matter.

A huge shout-out to the student teams and academic partners for their dedication, curiosity, and outstanding work!
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Der Beitrag Real challenges. Sustainable solutions: CSZ supports students at the Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary erschien zuerst auf CSZ Ingenieurconsult.

We are proud to be contributing to structural change in the Rhineland mining region. Existing buildings and heritage projects in particular demonstrate what sustainable construction means to us in concrete terms: preserving rather than replacing, intelligently developing existing structures—and thus conserving resources, energy, and history in equal measure. In Manheim-Alt, sustainability is even directly visible: the phase-out of coal is creating space for a listed building to be given a new future as a place that fosters identity, rather than disappearing.

St. Albanus in Manheim-Alt: Review and outlook
Between 1898 and 1900, the Roman Catholic parish church of St. Albanus and Leonhardus was built in the Manheim-Alt district of Kerpen—at that time, no one could have imagined that one day it would stand on the shore of Germany’s second-largest lake.

Historical heritage meets structural change
Following its deconsecration in 2019, the listed church is set to become the centerpiece of a cultural and event park. It combines history, architecture, and new uses to create a vibrant meeting place.

A versatile cultural venue is created
A venue for exhibitions, events, and leisure activities is being created around the church, complemented by pioneering buildings on the future Hambach Loop. The adjacent open-cast mine will be closed by around 2030 and then flooded with water from the Rhine; it is expected to be completely filled by 2070.

A model project for engineering performance and structural change
Planning is being carried out in close cooperation with NRW.URBAN Service GmbH, NEULAND HAMBACH GmbH, Kolpingstadt Kerpen, BERDI Planung GmbH, and Achenbach & Partner Ingenieurgesellschaft mbH. The project combines regional history, industrial culture, and contemporary uses in a place that brings encounters and culture to life. CSZ is supporting this transformation process with technical expertise and sustainable solutions. The structural design is carried out by our team in Münster. The site is becoming a visible cultural anchor beyond the region – an example of how engineering and structural change can go hand in hand.

Are you interested in sustainability and structural engineering?
➡ Find out more on our homepage—or apply now directly to CSZ.
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Source/Project context

New living space, modern construction, short construction times – the Jaminpark WA7 residential complex in the south of Erlangen is ready for its first residents. From February 2026, tenants will move into the modern apartments, which combine high living comfort with sustainable construction.

Modern living meets innovative structural design
WA7 consists of three residential buildings with two separate underground parking garages. The buildings are constructed using a hybrid timber construction method and combine prefabricated reinforced concrete hollow core slabs, solid wood walls, and reinforced concrete cores. The underground garage is designed as a waterproof construction.
Thanks to the high degree of prefabrication of the building elements—solid wood walls, prefabricated ceilings, prefabricated stairs—the construction time was significantly reduced without compromising on quality or safety. Photovoltaic systems and heat pumps on the roof provide sustainable energy.

CSZ services with depth
On behalf of the client DAWONIA Franken GmbH and in cooperation with the client B&O Wohnungswirtschaft GmbH, CSZ provided the following services:
✅ Structural design in accordance with HOAI 2021 (§51, HZ III, service phases 1–6)
✅ Structural fire protection
✅ Excavation and shoring planning (phases 1–3)
✅ Fire protection planning according to AHO (phases 1–4)
This integrative planning ensures the stability, safety, and efficiency of the project and makes Jaminpark WA7 a showcase project for modern residential neighborhoods.

📌 CSZ is delighted with the successful completion and wishes all new residents a great start at Jaminpark WA7!
Photo: DAWONIA  Franken GmbH

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Whether in buildings, cars, or photovoltaic modules: glass is everywhere. But how can its full potential be exploited – from research to practical application? Dr. Miriam Schuster, Project Manager – Structural Design at CSZ and Head of the Glass & Polymer Unit at TU Darmstadt, combines both.

In this interview, she talks about:
✅ How research findings from the Technical University flow directly into innovative construction projects.
✅ Which trends in laminated glass, polymers, and viscoelastic materials are changing the industry.
✅ How glass and polymer products can be used more sustainably – from recycling to reuse.
✅ Why the exchange between research and practice is the key to true innovation.

At CSZ, we believe that true innovation can only come about through collaboration between research and practice. With experts like Miriam, we design sustainable, future-proof buildings – together.
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Glass Competence Center – GCC

Immerse yourself in the world of glass and polymers – from technical challenges to visionary ideas for the future.
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Gain practical experience at CSZ
At CSZ, students can apply their theoretical knowledge directly to exciting projects. An internship semester with us is not just about watching – students take on responsibility, actively participate in real projects, and gain valuable practical experience in a professional environment.

An example: Esma Durak (photo)
Esma Durak, a bachelor’s student in civil engineering at Landshut University of Applied Sciences, was part of our Munich team during her practical semester. She worked on the calculation of several components in larger projects, deepened her specialist knowledge, and gained valuable insights into the everyday work of a structural engineer.

Advantages of an internship semester at CSZ

• Individual mentoring by experienced engineers
• Collaboration on varied projects in different teams
• Opportunity to contribute your own ideas and take on responsibility
• Building a professional network within the company
• Development of technical and personal skills through targeted tasks

CSZ philosophy: Promoting talent
For us, the development of young talent is a top priority. We create a trusting environment that rewards commitment, provides support, and actively promotes learning opportunities.

Your start at CSZ
Become part of our team and experience how theory and practice come together. Apply to grow in a practical setting, develop new skills, and gain valuable professional experience.

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On January 20, the CSZ team was live at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences’ Company Mile – one of the most important networking events in the region for students who want to experience companies up close. Over 350 motivated civil engineering students took the opportunity to get to know CSZ and other companies in person.

Perfect organization and a relaxed atmosphere
A big thank you to Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences! Cake, snacks, and drinks contributed to a relaxed atmosphere. This year, the company fair spanned two floors, creating more space for conversations and personal encounters.

Inspiring conversations with young talents
Our team – Gülcan Subasi (Director), Moritz Desch (Authorized Representative), Julia Saggese, Lukas Külper, and Christoph Schwinn (Project Engineers) – met many curious and open-minded students. The conversations were inspiring, engaging, and full of positive energy. It is always exciting to see how motivated young talents are about their future and enthusiastic about our industry.

Join us now: Working student positions at CSZ
The Company Mile provided the perfect platform to raise CSZ’s profile. Particularly practical: we advertised two working student positions directly on our website – so students can immediately take the next step towards practical experience.
CSZ is also already an official cooperation partner for dual study programs, enabling students to gain direct access to practical work experience.

Conclusion: A complete success
The Company Mile has once again emphasized how important practical experience is for students. For CSZ, it was a day full of exciting conversations, motivated students, and valuable impressions. We are already looking forward to the next event – and to attracting even more young talent to our projects.

💡 Tip for students: Visit our website and become part of our team – whether as a working student, for internships, or to start your career.
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The symbolic groundbreaking ceremony marks the start of a project that will strengthen education, community, and sustainability in Wiesbaden. Together with representatives of the city and planning partners, the construction of the Kohlheck School extension was officially launched.

Highlights of the project:
✅ The primary school, which currently has three classes per grade, will be expanded to four classes per grade. Modern teaching areas, a cafeteria for around 400 children, spacious all-day rooms, and a double sports hall will be built on an area of around 3,961 m². An additional playground will extend the school grounds to the east and south, creating new areas for recreation and exercise.
✅ There is a special focus on sustainability: photovoltaic systems, rainwater harvesting, and an air-to-water heat pump ensure energy-efficient operation and a high level of user comfort.
✅ The extension will be constructed using solid construction methods and the sports hall will be constructed using timber. The planned rear-ventilated wooden slatted facade will create a visual unity. The entire roof of the extension will be greened. The result is a school building that demonstrates that educational spaces can be sustainable, functional, and sophisticated in design.

Mayor Gert-Uwe Mende sums up the significance: “Every investment in our schools is an investment in the future of our city.” The extension of the Kohlheck School sends a clear signal for local, climate-friendly, and future-oriented learning conditions.

CSZ is responsible for structural design and building physics and is delighted to be helping to shape modern and sustainable learning spaces in Wiesbaden with this pioneering project.

📸 Photo: KISSLER EFFGEN + PARTNER Architekten BDA
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