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tiles and divided by columns. The floor tiles were later covered by a wooden floor. The space, characterized by simple geometric shapes, had the ambience of an industrial production site, but due to its strong angularity it did not have the atmosphere of a warehouse club. The main floor was known for the cold clanking sound, as well as for the wooden floor which was vibrating strongly due to the basses. Due to its decoration with green
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was the last venue that resided in the former bar area of the
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and often also hosted punk concerts. The techno club nights were inspired by the nascent techno scene in Berlin and especially the clubs
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