137 search results for Vagelos Laboratory for Energy Science and Technology (VLEST)

… intends to construct a replacement building for the upper secondary wing of Hainberg Gymnasium and … grades 7–10, with two year groups per floor and a total of ten classrooms per level. The science … departments and the cafeteria are designed for … context between the historic school building and the surrounding residential fabric. Instead of a … resting on a unifying plinth, referencing the former nursery use of the site. The plinth extends the … covered incision marks the main entrance and establishes a new boulevard as the central connection … the foyer functions as a central marketplace and orientation space with flexible multi-use … Shared functions such as the cafeteria and science departments are located on the ground floor for … offering a variety of spatial situations for classroom teaching, collaborative learning, retreat, … concept supports flexibility, interaction, and the pedagogical profile of the school as a UNESCO … listed historic building with the new extension and serves as a social and representative heart of … Designed as a place of arrival, encounter, and exchange, it enables learning activities and … and public realm. Organically shaped green islands ensure extensive de-sealing, integrate rainwater … offer quieter retreat zones, while terraces and seating landscapes support informal learning and … through the reuse of existing foundations and structural elements. The retained concrete structure … framework accommodating sports, learning, energy generation, and noise protection, reinforcing the … hybrid structure consisting of a robust plinth and two upper storeys. Large classroom spans are … or ribbed slabs, integrating acoustic mass and vibration control within the structural depth. … strategy combining sacrificial charring layers and protective linings. The roof is conceived as a … timber-frame façade elements enable high energy performance, fast construction, and a consistent … materials such as timber, clay, natural stone, and linoleum, contributing to a healthy indoor … energy concept aims to minimize operational energy demand while ensuring a high level of thermal … an integrated combination of architectural and technical measures. A high-performance building … House standards significantly reduces heating and ventilation requirements. Heating is provided by a … roof, supported by battery storage to increase energy autonomy. Indoor air quality is ensured … base ventilation with high heat recovery and natural cross- and night ventilation. This allows … effective passive cooling during summer months and largely eliminates the need for active cooling. … All spaces are individually controlled, enabling demand-driven and efficient operation. Section … lowenergy energyefficiency innovativematerials reuse sustainability …

… that goes beyond enhancing operational energy performance. Finite resources, climate change and high … As a result, the industry tends to design energy efficient buildings through the implementation of … in operation, but intense in grey emissions and material consumption. To increase energy efficiency, … of new building material used in construction and renovation. A look at the 55,4% of construction … sector carbon neutral. Objective Researching and implementing design strategies that help make the … sector carbon neutral. A holistic approach for the future of building must consider not only the … energy over the whole lifespan of our buildings and beyond. The building industry has to rethink its … strategies that address both the pre-use and post-use potential of materials. Circular Design … linear design process—where a building’s form, orientation, function, and appearance are defined … suppliers or deconstructed host buildings, form the basis for a design generated through their … and existing properties of materials and their possible places of implementation must be considered … Therefore, the design process needs to be transformed from a linear into an interlaced, holistic … the buildings’ primary structure, the ceiling and the facade elements have a major influence, as … significant portion of the building mass. Therefore, early design decisions on these elements have … a structure with the lowest possible emissions and the greatest recyclability throughout its pre- … Efficient in primary resource consumption and carbon footprint, the implementation of reused … production process. Only transport distances and de- and reconstruction influence the GWP. Recycle: … to be set on the GWP of the recycling process. For example, replacing “traditional” concrete with a … can increase carbon emissions. Renewable: Wood, for instance, is a renewable alternative, but its … need larger sections. This increases the GWP and confines production to specialized firms, often … flexible floorplans, a focus on pre-use and post-use of materials, and the possibility to adapt … a high-rise by just one floor. The design team and client chose to forgo this extra rental area to … greater flexibility in material selection and technical systems. The project promotes spaces with … the building to adapt to seasonal changes and future climate conditions through a secondary layer of … the use of reclaimed facade components, and serve as social spaces for residents. Switch Apartments … lifecycle. Flexible floor plans, shared spaces, and adaptable apartments enable the building to … urban structures which can adapt to user needs and climate change as well as constructions that … the reuse of building materials can promote circularity and lead to new, surprising design results. … adaptivereuse innovation lowenergy pilotproject sustainability circulareconomy energyefficiency …

… The President and Fellows of Harvard College … Setting a new standard for scholarship in the twenty-first century, Harvard’s Science and … Complex (SEC) is designed to inspire learning and scientific discovery while prioritizing comfort, … the strength of interdisciplinary teamwork, and a commitment to sustainable urban planning and … create vibrant public spaces at various scales, and set a distinctive architectural tone for the … Western Avenue. Three elevated four-story laboratory blocks are woven around two atria, creating a … ground floor dedicated to teaching and collaboration, with direct access to a landscaped courtyard … enabling reuse of the existing structure and integration into the new SEC. It also establishes a … to the south, while creating a vibrant hub for SEAS (School of Engineering and Applied Sciences) … upper volumes contain modular, adaptable wet and dry labs isolated from the main floor, which is … services ensure long-term adaptation. Teachers and students can engage in casual conversation in the … Institute’s (ILFI) Living Building Challenge for Materials, Beauty, and Equity, the SEC is … In addition to the robust, biodiverse landscape filtering runoff through wet-meadow plantings for … Institute’s (ILFI) Living Building Challenge for Materials, Beauty, and Equity, the SEC is … In addition to the robust, biodiverse landscape filtering runoff through wet-meadow plantings for … is also LEED Platinum certified. Facade Performance Diagram The structure integrates … systems—circadian lighting, efficient HVAC, and vegetated roof terraces—while its layered exterior … a crucial component of the complex's ambitious energy strategy, improves occupant comfort and energy … the scale of the large research volumes and signaling Harvard University’s presence in Allston. Four … the exterior, including the world’s first hydroformed stainless-steel screen, which wraps the … sunlight, reflects daylight into the interior, and preserves expansive views. Glazed sections … natural ventilation. Harvard's reputation in science and engineering is further reinforced by the … which positions the Allston campus as a hub for innovative, environmentally friendly educational … daylightoptimization innovation lowenergy sustainability energyefficiency innovativematerials …

… Facilities and Real Estate Services University of Pennsylvania … The Vagelos Laboratory for Energy Science and Technology (VLEST) at the University of Pennsylvania … research facility focused on sustainable energy, uniting scientists, policymakers, and students to … composition expresses the internal organization of its labs, collaboration zones, and office spaces. … Solar and Massing Diagram Located on the eastern edge of the campus, the project transforms a former … raises public awareness of the critical role energy research plays in combating climate change. The … features a courtyard with bio-retention swales and native plants, emphasizing its commitment to … architectural design reflects the facility's energy-conscious mission, integrating passive and … to optimize energy performance. The VLEST is designed to serve as a gateway to the campus, bridging … a pedestrian link between Walnut Street and the Palestra, the university's historic basketball … Shoemaker Green. The building includes high-performance labs, office spaces, and collaboration … design strategies, such as operable windows for natural ventilation and a high-efficiency heat … certification. The building is divided into low and high-energy zones to optimize HVAC systems and … strategies. Additionally, radiant heating and cooling systems ensure occupant comfort, and an … on environmental conditions. The building's energy strategy contributes to the university's carbon … sunshades designed with advanced materials and a commitment to circularity, the VLEST demonstrates … energy research while fostering collaboration and environmental stewardship. Integrated Design … daylightoptimization innovation lowenergy sustainability energyefficiency humanescale … laboratory education research university …

… The area containing Regensburg’s former Nibelungen Barracks with its protected historic buildings is … notable for its extensive green spaces and beautiful old-growth trees. For this site, which is near … close proximity to the university of applied sciences (OTH), the university, and the university … has constructed a residential complex designed for 204 students and intended to harmonize with the … to keep its distance from the existing oak and helps create a striking entrance area. The northwest … to the south with the building and stretch of green to the north. A newly created public footpath … main means of access and opens out onto a wide and inviting set of stairs located near the entrance … area, which leads down to a protected courtyard and doubles up as a stage for events and other … garden level offer seating, a barbecue area, and other recreational amenities both inside and … of student life to play out undisturbed. Islands of green are embedded around the site, offering a … for students from all over the world to meet and converse, thus filling the Nibelungen complex with … in 138 individual apartments, 17 shared spaces for two people, and 8 for four people — face either … east. The access areas widen at specific points and, along the north side of the building, open onto … courtyard that traverses all floors, allowing for natural lighting and ventilation and offering yet … closed elements of the facades reflect daylight and sunshine onto the sides of the corridors … stories. Different color tones on the floors and walls, coupled with textual and graphic elements, … finished sheet-metal components, are kept warm and tactile and are furnished with polygonal wooden … air, thus guaranteeing optimal air quality and a comfortable environment for residents. The exterior … is defined by the balconies’ play of light and shadow. The distinctive coloring of the closed glass … protection from the sun. The continuous handrail and parapets, filled with stainless-steel meshwork, … reinforce the appearance of transparency and, together with the light-colored banding, give …

… get too hot or too bright—so we put on a hat. And there are many hats to choose from. When we need … relationship to the sun. Not enough shade and too much glass and we over heat in the summer and … we get less daylight, so we turn on the lights and we loose the quality of view. Or, we make the … sun shading system that balances technical and experiential goals to enhance energy performance and … technical one—thoughtfully tuned to its climate and context. It reduces heat gain and glare yet … thoughtful geometries, refined through daylight and thermal feedback, coordinated from the outset … result is shading that is durable, buildable, and resource-conscious, allowing the architecture to … strategies to find best fitting materials and form for site specific sun exposure. Our goal is to … daylight, protect the occupants from heat and glare, and above all preserve views. By using fixed … social contract—reliable in all seasons, for all occupants, without waste or worry. To reach this, … we rigorously test orientations, geometries, and materials against real climate data, cost, and … in cooling loads, glare, sensible maintenance, and an architectural presence that feels integral … Our process involves a wide range of tools and techniques to design, optimize, and test the shading … labs testing, state-of-the-art digital modeling and analysis tools. The purpose of fixed shading is … shade is to pursue a desirable level of comfort for people in buildings, yet it must be made of … on the basis of our preceding research and insights. The world’s first hydroformed stainless-steel … screen, designed to limit summer heat gain and welcome winter sun Facade Performance Diagram … ETFE-foil sunshades reduce the energy load for cooling, and diffuse daylight deep into the … and office spaces Diagram of solar radiation and material composition Facade elements are composed … aluminum pieces that are joined together to resist bending Diagram of solar radiation and ppertures … daylightoptimization lowenergy energyefficiency wellbeing …

… Task Understanding the school building itself as an integral part of the educational experience. … is a challenging task—not only architecturally and pedagogically, but also socially, politically, … These spaces hold the potential to bring people and cultures together, demanding that we understand … institutions not only as places for learning and knowledge reproduction, but also as spaces for … public building they consciously learn to know and use. Memories and impressions formed there often … architecture plays a crucial role: the design and spatial qualities, along with the associations … of learning environments. Creating spaces for learning has a long tradition at Behnisch—and so does … as the school complex in Schwäbisch Gmünd and the Vogelsang School—were constructed in the 1950s and … open, inclusive environments that reflected and supported society at large. Today, schools are once … public gathering places—such as churches and village festivals—lose significance, schools can assume … They often become the first point of contact for adults and siblings when moving to a new … schools engage in dialogue with their neighbors and truly become part of local life. Given this … have emerged: a highly technical approach and a more holistic one. In recent decades, sustainability … has largely focused on maximizing operational energy efficiency. This has produced highly insulated, … Such systems often exceed intuitive understanding; they require manuals, intensive maintenance, and … a result, the direct connection between action and reaction is obscured by opaque technical … with the built environment—or apply that understanding to other contexts? Approach Envisioning … as adaptive organisms that engage both students and the community. A holistic approach to … relevant factors—such as building orientation, energy supply, user behavior, and even potential … are interconnected. Issues such as when and how to ventilate, which direction a room faces, or when … directly experienced through the building’s use and become self-explanatory. In this way, the … given meaningful opportunities to engage and participate. Schools can also incorporate spaces for … increasingly visible in our projects and one we strongly welcome. Beyond strengthening both the … benefit: in medium-sized towns, the demand for school space can vary with enrollment. When school … groups with varying needs, require spaces that foster orientation and a sense of identification. … daylightoptimization innovation lowenergy publicspace sustainability participation flexibility …

… For the Münster University of Applied Sciences, we have reconstructed two laboratory buildings … structures’ massing is animated by projecting and recessed elements, with protruding balconies and … outdoor walkways enhancing a sense of transparency and openness. … Sketch In 2021, we won the planning competition for the reconstruction of buildings C and Q. The … for a master plan centered on the modernization and further development of the campus. The new … serve the departments of Chemical Engineering, Energy - Building Services - Environmental … and Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, and Engineering Physics, and will provide future … Building C While the street frontage forms a clearly defined edge that establishes a strong … the relationship between the building and its outdoor context. New and existing structures come … which offers generous outdoor common areas for gathering, events, and informal exchange among … and faculty. Tiny forests in the courtyard and north of the parking structure offer additional … path provides the main access to the buildings and structures the entire campus. Its key nodes are … zones, outdoor teaching spaces, seating areas, and bicycle facilities. Second-story bridges link the … structures, ensuring direct, efficient movement for students and staff while horizontally … with SWM Munich, the materials were assessed and approved by experts for reuse in the new university … furniture, mobile planting systems, planters, and wayfinding elements. This approach demonstrates … contributing to the reduction of CO₂ emissions and extending the lifecycle of building materials. … rainwater retention, storing rainwater on-site and creating a valuable reserve. During the hot … of vertically arranged plantings offers habitat for countless insects. Photovoltaic modules on the … vertical boundary at the top of the buildings and generate additional energy. As part of the … adaptivereuse innovation lowenergy biodiversity resilience reuse microclimate circulareconomy … laboratory campus university …

… In 2021, the city of Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler and the surrounding area along the Ahr River suffered … from a once-in-a-century flood. Infrastructure and buildings near the river, such as the Bad … This project aims to provide a new home for the growing school community, creating a future-oriented … The site for the new school building is characterized by mature trees as well as a heterogenous … still under construction due to the flood. Therefore, the design for the new school envisions to … cluster pavilions to elevate above the terrain and to create a protected environment for children … these cluster-pavilions provide a sustainable and uniquely situated teaching and learning setting. … marketplace. This central area is adaptable and provides various visual connections to the … the school is shaped by its wooden construction and the use of natural materials, which foster a … functions, such as a library, a cafeteria, and a multipurpose room, are situated on the ground … future floods. They are linked by a transparent and permeable central hall, that can be largely … and transformed into a large community space for special occasions. The unique setting of the school … spaces tailored to meet the diverse needs for rest and play in a full-day school setting. The close … enables a special learning environment for a forward-thinking school community. Common functions, … ground floor, protected in solidly constructed and slightly raised cubes to enhance their resilience … future floods. They are linked by a transparent and permeable central hall, that can be largely … and transformed into a large community space for special occasions.The unique setting of the school … spaces tailored to meet the diverse needs for rest and play in a full-day school setting. The close … and landscape enables a special learning environment for a forward-thinking school community. …

… of Munich, is the product of many historic transformations, the latest of which is a series of … concept. The Spinnereipark is part of an abandoned manufacturing facility, the Alte Spinnerei, or … Quest Forum With multiple stakeholders involved in the area’s transformation—including the … the first of which is the so-called Quest Forum: a semi-covered outdoor space located next to the … combination of two tensile systems—a cable net and a membrane—contrasts the solidity of the existing … flexible event space for exhibitions, markets, and concerts. Four pagoda-like canopies punctuate the … we completed the Loft Houses near the Quest Forum, at once extending and dissolving the urban fabric … building types. The construction system allows for maximum flexibility, accommodating a wide range … garden, a small northern yard, roof terraces, and balconies. Arranged like townhouses, the three to … staggered facades with recessed balconies and terraces, creating a dynamic form. Long floor plans … on either end ensure ample natural light and ventilation, while large front windows offer views of … solar gain, promote natural summer ventilation, and visually connect the floors. Apartment Building … at the Rosengarten, located between the Quest Forum’s tensile structure and the Loft Houses. It … patio apartments, two maisonette apartments, and three penthouses, ranging in size from 90 to 230 … secure south-facing loggia that connects indoor and outdoor spaces. At the center of each unit, a … bringing additional light into the living areas and bathrooms while creating an open living space. … paths, laid out in the style of an English landscape park, are framed by groups of trees, including … exotic species, while the remaining spruce forest was largely left untouched. As part of the park’s … Y-houses (named after their morphology), and five Conradty houses (named after an adjacent … all carefully integrated into the pre-existing landscape. Within this fabric, the geometry of the … Each Y-house is designed with a central core and three fingers that taper into balconies at their … undulating railings animate the structure and contrast strikingly with the timber facade. Level 1-3 … shielding the area from the adjacent street and train tracks. A kindergarten and daycare center for … houses, contributing to a family-friendly and well-balanced residential community in the … biodiverse green roof provides a home for pollinators and can store rainwater. The five-story … facade with staggered balconies adds depth and animates the structure. Varying densities in the … produce subtle variations in privacy and openness in relation to the surroundings. Conradty Houses …

… design competition, the project for the new Sportpark Ost in Regensburg unites an athletics training … hall and an indoor swimming pool into a forward-looking ensemble that merges high-performance … the urban scale, it provides a planning impulse for transforming the former barracks district in the … a barrier-free, sustainable sports center with a reach and impact extending beyond the region. … The site, located on the grounds of the former Prinz Leopold Kaserne, is defined by its unique … center, commercial buildings, a railway line, and existing sports facilities. We see this complex … flexibly usable athletics hall along Zeißstraße and a swimming pool located in the northern part of … by a bright, spacious entrance hall that forms the communicative heart of the complex. A publicly … integrated into this central space. A generous forecourt with trees and views toward the adjacent … The building’s clear internal layout allows for intuitive orientation, with all programmatic areas … and administration, efficiently connected and designed to share spatial resources. Large skylights … light materials enhance natural illumination and create a pleasant indoor atmosphere. Generous … Both building components follow a consistent and sustainable approach to construction and materials, … structure, due to its efficient load-bearing performance and minimal construction height. The … to the closure of regional material cycles. Energy Section An integrated energy and climate strategy … sustainable goals. Highly insulated façades, energy-efficient glazing, and natural rainwater … system, using water as the storage medium, and supplies the swimming pool. Additionally, the roofs … ensure high indoor air quality with low energy input. The athletics hall is entirely naturally … ventilated. This results in a vibrant and forward-looking place for movement, community, and … inclusion, open to all and located at the heart of … publicspace daylightoptimization energyefficiency innovativematerials …

… Josef-Schwarz-Schule is one of Germany’s most forward-looking school projects. The bilingual, … brings together primary, lower secondary, and upper secondary education on a campus of approximately … the design promotes learning, movement, and social interaction through an open spatial structure. … that spans the footprint of the entire campus, forming a landscaped plateau that serves as an … together three rooftop pavilions, terraces, landscaped recreation areas, playgrounds, and sports … Carefully placed openings, balconies, terraces, and patios ensure permeability and lend the … into learning houses with differentiated spaces for each grade, while the secondary level features … Shared functions—the auditorium, cafeteria, and foyer—are located on the ground floor, forming the … heart of the campus where students, teachers, and visitors meet. Complementing the educational … as an important interface between the school and its neighborhood, offering spaces for dialogue, … predominantly from Central European production and are largely recyclable: larch wood, clay, … and precast concrete define both the interior and exterior appearance, imparting a calm, robust … timber-hybrid construction. Wood creates a warm and tactile atmosphere, enhances indoor comfort, and … through its natural insulating properties and ability to store carbon. A clay-based radiant ceiling … heating and cooling further supports thermal comfort. Instead of relying on complex mechanical … and the intelligent use of thermal mass. Energy is supplied via geothermal systems and photovoltaic … panels. The school balances spaces for focus and retreat with areas for exchange, movement, and … the city—bringing together learning, community, and sustainability in a straightforward … architectural form. … daylightoptimization innovation lowenergy sustainability wood energyefficiency humanescale …