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

… maximizes natural ventilation, natural light, and interior views through its central atrium, while … featuring offices, a cafeteria, a library, gardens, a conference center, and public retail space. … of other dynamic research institutions on a former brownfield site close to the Charles River in … Cambridge. The design brief called for a forward-looking building that would serve as a distinctive … the Genzyme Corporation, its employees, guests, and visitors. From the initial architectural … city with individual dwellings, public areas and indoor gardens extend up the full height of the … a space serving as a large return air duct and light shaft. Open stairs form part of a vertical … which starts at the ground floor lobby before proceeding upwards through various neighborhoods with … blinds along the building’s perimeter and the top-lit central atrium. Above the atrium, a sunlight … redirection system—featuring heliostats and fixed mirrors—further enhances daylight levels … reflective devices such as the sparkling chandeliers and the light wall with chrome elements that … atrium core. Sections Inside the atrium, the chandeliers are kept in constant motion by virtue of … has been awarded the USGBC LEED Platinum Rating and stands as a leading example of what can be … innovation daylightoptimization sustainability energyefficiency lowenergy innovativematerials …

… Munich’s Olympic Park. In 2007 we refurbished and extended the structure to accommodate modern … Games in Munich—games in a green environment and with short routes—the Werner-von-Linde Sports Hall … as a pavilion in the park. The extension and refurbishment became necessary as the existing gym no … requirements of a modern training facility and an Olympic support center. During the planning phase, … elements— the structure, roof, changing rooms, and parts of the floor slab—could be functionally and … subjecting it to careful refurbishment and complementing it with necessary new additions. The volume … the east, on the parking level, is the entrance for athletes and a gallery with cabins for sporting … On the western side is a gallery with seating for roughly 470 spectators, a foyer with cloakroom … a 200-meter running track with central areas for other athletic disciplines, such as the high, long, … and triple jump, pole vault, and a 60-meter …

… discovery. Each of these volumes houses exhibition areas and aquaria connected by a central foyer. … With a striking skyline of restored warehouses and traces of its former use, the entire port island … exhibition areas, accommodates a shop, a café, and the museum’s front-of-house services. A 30 meter … a splendid view opens across the Strela Sound and the new Rugen Bridge to Rugen Island. The OZEANEUM … house, designed to be flooded with daylight and accessible to visitors from all sides. Reminiscent … including two aquaria addressing the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. This layout allows visitors to … exhibition areas are located on the upper floor and linked by footbridges and ramps. Exhibition … are set around a central core of maintenance and technical amenities. The four volumes are wrapped … fabricated by virtue of ship-building technology. They draw together the building’s various … the site has been incorporated in the OZEANEUM and accommodates the administration, a multi-purpose … projects, a self-contained, multi-purpose hall for public events, and, on ground level, a …

… new indoor swimming complex in Friedrichshafen forms a distinctive addition to the Sportpark, … parking structure, it creates a new urban landmark and strengthens the identity of the surrounding … new indoor pool is designed as a modern sports and leisure destination for residents, schools, and … pools, family areas, diving facilities, and an extensive sauna landscape. Outdoor relaxation areas, … defined by the ZF Arena, commercial buildings, and infrastructure require a clear and confident … response. The building is positioned to form an attractive forecourt shared with the arena, … free of traffic. Entrances to both the pool and the parking garage are carefully placed to ensure … courtyard that acts as the central spatial and atmospheric focus. Terraces and the elevated sauna … extend this interior landscape, creating a layered sequence of indoor and outdoor spaces. Section AA …

… to material use, considering not only performance but also lifecycle, production, and recyclability. … design combines a simple building structure with a technologically advanced and adaptable envelope. … the entire lifecycle. Rather than complexity in form, the design emphasizes a clear and reduced … The building geometry responds to orientation and solar exposure. Projecting “summer spaces” extend … and west, providing daylight, passive shading, and seasonal outdoor living. Behind this layer, a … and highly insulated “winter house” ensures energy efficiency. The building adapts throughout the … of movable glazing, insulated glass, and textile shading elements allows flexible responses to … Apartments are accessed via a central core and can be subdivided into different unit types using … is the primary construction material, chosen for its ecological and structural qualities. … construction time. All components are designed for disassembly, enabling efficient recycling and …

… Portland … 615 SW Harrison StreetPortland, OR 97201 … Portland State University … Located in downtown Portland, the new Karl Miller Center is uniquely integrated with the city’s rich … network of public open spaces and diverse urban uses. The design challenges the conventional … by integrating two distinct structures: the renovated existing building and a new addition. … by an irregular composition of punched windows, and a new dynamic 45,000-square-foot addition clad … a diverse program. A wide range of spaces—informal meeting and study areas, gardens, classrooms, … spaces, faculty and administrative offices, and retail—are strategically arranged to maximize … to learning. Flexible, student-focused informal learning spaces are evenly distributed throughout … acting as social anchor points that transform a transitional corridor into a pedestrian-friendly … community. Level 1-3 Taking advantage of Portland’s temperate climate, all new construction is … impact while prioritizing human comfort and well-being, this new social hub has achieved LEED … reputation as an institution dedicated to social, economic, and environmental sustainability. … innovation lowenergy sustainability energyefficiency innovativematerials …

… hall in Gröbenzell establishes a transparent and accessible civic building that strengthens the … consolidates administration, public services, and civic spaces within a compact yet articulated … form is carefully modulated through setbacks and projections to relate to the surrounding low-rise, … foyer that serves as the main orientation and communication space. Public functions such as the … spaces such as the council chamber and wedding room, with access to landscaped roof terraces … offering views over the town. Flexible layouts and a clear structural grid ensure long-term … structure, providing transparency, human scale, and effective passive shading. Natural ventilation … and simple systems support a low-tech and energy-efficient operation. Green outdoor spaces, … with the existing town square and surrounding landscape, enhance public use and reflect the … garden-city character. The result is a sustainable, functional, and identity-forming civic building. … urban publicspace greeninfrastructure sustainability energyefficiency …

… school in Gersthofen is conceived as an open, landscape-integrated campus that combines education, … Its design promotes flexibility, communication, and a strong connection between architecture and … a triple sports hall, outdoor facilities, and spaces for local music groups. In response to the … the design avoids a monolithic structure and instead proposes a composition of smaller, … from the north leads to a central atrium that forms the social and spatial heart, connecting all key … spaces, linking entrance, courtyard, cafeteria, and sports areas. Classrooms and specialized … areas are arranged in wings extending into the landscape as “green classrooms.” A compact upper … areas around the atrium, enhancing orientation and community. Circulation zones act as extended … spaces with strong connections to terraces and outdoor areas. The surrounding landscape forms a … green campus with tree groves, open spaces, and pathways linking the site. Site Plan Section AA & …

… in Hohenmölsen, near Leipzig, the future youth and recreation center will be constructed entirely … precast concrete elements reclaimed from a former GDR-era donor building. By reusing existing … how architectural quality, resource efficiency, and social value can be combined in a … research initiative RE:CREATE. As a preparation for the project, the partners reclaimed precast … life. The reused elements will be transformed into a activity center on the site of a former outdoor … pool, set within a distinctive natural landscape. The new center will serve as an open meeting place … age groups, offering a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities for the surrounding neighborhood … of Hohenmölsen. „With this initiative national and international building and environmental policy … such as reducing climate-damaging emissions and conserving resources will be met. By reusing … the project aims to conserve embodied energy, reduce CO₂ emissions by over 90% compared to … adaptivereuse innovation lowenergy pilotproject publicspace recreation reuse sustainability … This pilot project for circular construction marks an important step toward more sustainable …

… The new National Center for Tumor Diseases is conceived as a welcoming, patient-oriented environment … with a warm, accessible architectural language that supports orientation, comfort, and interaction. … into the existing campus infrastructure, and proximity to a planned tram line. While the lower three … structure of the adjacent clinic buildings and accommodate laboratory functions, an independent … four-story volume develops toward the west, forming a distinct architectural identity. Elevation … an inviting arrival space enhanced by water and greenery. The building opens towards the south, … like a branching tree, organizes circulation and guides patients intuitively to waiting areas and … on the second floor, while the day clinic and additional patient functions occupy the third floor, … with open staircases, ensures easy orientation and promotes a calm, supportive atmosphere. The … healthcare environment that fosters communication between patients, families, and medical staff. …

… environment that supports collaborative and student-centered education. The design combines open … learning landscapes with a strong integration of indoor and outdoor spaces. … buildings, the new school establishes a modern and flexible framework for primary education. Its … Circulation areas merge with teaching spaces, and outdoor areas are incorporated as “green … core of the building, a central communal space forms the social heart, around which functions such … arranged. Upper floors accommodate classrooms and flexible learning zones, connected by open … orientation. The schoolyard is designed as a landscaped environment with diverse play and learning … educational facilities. Natural materials and a timber-based facade reinforce the architectural … passive environmental strategy ensures high comfort with minimal technical systems, resulting in a … sustainable, robust, and future-oriented school …

… The WIPO Conference Hall, designed for the World Intellectual Property Organization, accommodates … of tapered volumes that extend from the center and frame the surrounding landscape through openings … the organization’s main building, Bâtiment AB, and the administration building by Behnisch … Hall, a predominantly opaque structure, stands slightly elevated above Place des Nations, facing a … the building retains a sense of lightness and accessibility. From its base the arms of the hall’s … Set within the WIPO Garden, the structure stands like a sculpture between the two adjacent … of the Conference Hall continues the garden landscape, creating a seamless transition that visually … foyer of the AB building. Located on the second and third floors, the Conference Hall has been … Architekten—are arranged without hierarchy and oriented toward the stage to ensure both comfort and … The auditorium is filled with uniform daylight, which enters through north-facing glazing above the … through both its distinctive geometry and materiality. In contrast to the surrounding glass … where its haptic quality creates a gentle and pleasant ambiance. The choice of timber—and all … to create built environments that are ecologically, economically, and socially sustainable. … innovation wood humanescale energyefficiency daylightoptimization sustainability wellbeing …