Art in architecture relates specifically to the architecture and use of the building in question, as well as the surrounding urban space. Far removed from museums, art in architecture touches our everyday lives and enables us to see the function of architecture and public space from a different perspective. It is an element of building culture that helps shape the idea of a building.

Art in architecture has been created since 1979 in accordance with the Bau (ABau) directive in connection with public construction projects (building and civil engineering). The state of Berlin is committed to this tradition and aims to further strengthen the importance of art in architecture and art in urban space, including its communication, maintenance and documentation.

Due to the great public significance of art in construction and art in urban spaces, the Mitte district office in Berlin consults with an expert commission on all matters relating to art in construction and art in urban spaces. The aim of the expert commission’s advice is to promote art in construction and art in urban spaces in the Mitte district of Berlin, to evaluate and improve art competition and award procedures, and to improve the framework conditions for the realisation, documentation, communication, maintenance and preservation of district art in construction and art in urban spaces.