Herkules-Hochhaus

The Herkules-Hochhaus in Cologne's Neuehrenfeld district was completed in 1972 as the city's first "super apartment building." Architect Peter Neufert designed the 102-meter-tall, 31-story building, which stands out for its colorful façade of blue, orange, red, and lilac metal panels. This vibrant design has earned the structure the nickname "Parrot House," and it is also a popular postcard motif. Inside, the 427 apartments offer flexible floor plans, and the top floor has a swimming pool, a sauna, and a party room. Despite these special features, the building remained unpopular with residents for a long time and was even given an anti-award for unsightly architecture.