The 18,000 square meter Batschari manufacturing facility is considered a landmark in Baden-Baden, and came to be known as Batschari Palais. In the early 20th century it was used by the Bundeswehr for clothing storage, until it was abandoned in 2004, precipitating a conservation controversy in the city.[1] In 2006 the building was acquired by the German development company Arcona and refurbished into a luxury hotel.[6]