About once a year I take the U-Bahn to Theodor-Heuss-Platz, where emerging in the warm summer twilight, I sigh: “Oh, West Berlin.” The sky is grey-purple and red neon lights glow as spots of light shine from cars darting across the architectural mix. The scene evokes a mood that resembles how Todd Hito’s photos might look if they were taken in the city. I think how I myself stand in the middle of it all – as if life were a film where you see yourself from above. My delight is all the greater when I discover Studio 14. This rooftop lounge at state broadcaster rbb’s headquarters has a view that extends far beyond West Berlin. Located on top of the studios, the location is lots of things: rooftop bar, restaurant, production facility, concert hall, event location and – above all – insider tip. It would probably be enough just to head up to the 14th floor of the studios every now and then to look down on the streets and imagine yourself your own Berlin soap opera. But there are more surprises: excellent drinks, exclusive lounge concerts, alternating DJ sets and small plates. The best thing about it is that it opens at 16h every day. The second best thing is that the menu is full of classics with a twist (think oh-so-German Senfeier but served up tapas style). The new and old West, brought together above the clouds (well, almost). If you’re longing for radio, city lights and drinks in fine glasses, we urge you to go West, go up and breathe out: “Oh West Berlin…”!
Text: Hilka Dirks / Photos: White Kitchen & rbb
Studio 14 rbb Dachlounge, Masurenallee 20, 14057 Berlin–Westend; map
The program of upcoming events can be found here. If you fancy making your own film: Studio 14 is also available for rent. Reservations are recommended so that you can get a window seat.
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