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

… Vulkanstraße 1808048 ZurichSwitzerland … focusing on essential needs, clarity, and long-term efficiency. Architecture, structure, and … technology are reduced to robust, functional solutions that ensure ease of use and durability. … covered outdoor space to reduce heated volume and create an open, all-sided building. The … clear orientation, efficient maintenance, and simple compliance with safety standards, while also … with a concrete base, masonry in wet areas, and timber elements for walls and roof, combining … thermal performance. Its simple, barn-like form with a pitched roof and timber facade relies on … Technical systems are minimized: heating and hot water are electrically supplied and supported by a … system, while natural ventilation, skylights, and energy-efficient lighting reduce operational … prioritizes simplicity, resource efficiency, and long-term usability, resulting in a robust, … adaptable building with strong ecological and economic performance. level 0 … einfachbauen publicspace energyefficiency lowenergy sustainability …

… thermal spa in Bad Aibling is conceived as a landscape of diverse bathing and relaxation spaces … the Triftbach with views of the nearby mountains to create a unique spatial and sensory experience. … with the thermal bath to the south and the outdoor pool to the north, connected by integrated … envelope with open views to the surrounding landscape. Section Entrance Bathing functions are … spaces, generating varied spatial atmospheres and defining the architectural identity. The entrance … and leads into a carefully structured bathing landscape with pools, relaxation zones, and a … spaces are closely interwoven, offering places for rest, movement, and play, including natural water … Section Pool Vegetation enhances the experience and strengthens the connection between architecture … Structurally, the domes are conceived as reinforced concrete shells, complemented by a lightweight … concept relies on passive strategies, solar energy, and heat recovery to ensure efficient and …

… a sequence of interconnected public spaces and a new town hall as a civic focal point. It … strengthens identity, accessibility, and social … The urban concept transforms the fragmented town center into a network of public spaces, linking … Kolbererplatz, the church forecourt, and a new Karolinenplatz. Traffic calming, continuous paving, … prominently at the edge of the center, forms a civic landmark through its placement and interaction … Public functions such as the citizens’ office and assembly hall are located on the transparent … offices are organized above in a compact and efficient layout internal courtyards that provide … with open, glazed public areas below and a more structured timber-clad upper level with adjustable … ventilation and simple systems ensure a robust and low-tech building operation. Green spaces, new … center with its surroundings, creating places for meeting and recreation. An energy-efficient … Section The result is a cohesive, sustainable, and identity-forming civic center that enhances the … publicspace urban humanescale wellbeing energyefficiency …

… Landratsamt Neuburg - Schrobenhausen … is conceived as an open, landscape-integrated campus that responds to its topography and … design creates a flexible learning environment combining education, sports, and community spaces. … that follow the natural terrain rather than forming a single compact volume. This approach creates a … that integrates buildings, open spaces, and movement areas. A central campus core, formed by … such as cafeteria, library, multipurpose areas, and all-day facilities are arranged around this … in distinct wings that extend into the landscape as “green classrooms,” offering daylight, views, … of classrooms defines the overall structure and strengthens the sense of community. Circulation … avoiding traditional corridors. Roof terraces and direct outdoor connections further enhance … The sports hall is embedded into the terrain and combined with outdoor sports facilities, … one area. The entire campus merges architecture and landscape into a continuous environment for … social exchange. The result is a bright, open, and identity-forming school that fosters interaction, … flexibility, and a strong connection to its …

… in a blood sample without requiring biopsies and histopathological examination. This will fill a gap … DKFZ to detect cancers early, develop drugs, and monitor therapies. Site Plan Located north of … the building is characterized by its compact form. It comprises a laboratory and functional areas on … The building’s eastern side houses the access and supply core with technical, sanitary, and … in the upper stories are those required for functional purposes: access points for storage … and exhaust air, windows in the stairwell, and emergency exits with ladders. The facade system … greening with a network of climbing supports and a trellis that extends to the top of the building. … evergreen climbing plants chosen specifically for their suitability to the varying growing … in an external tank nestled between the building envelope and the green facade. Elevation East … Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum DKFZ Heidelberg … bio samples at temperatures below –130 °C for many years to help detect tumor cells at an early … laboratory research …

… Last week, our team — Michelle Lee and Ryan Maruyama — presented the research project “Geometry of … Water: Shaping Terra Cotta for Urban Heat Islands” at the Advances in Architectural Geometry 2025 … collaborative nature of this ongoing research effort.The project brings together Behnisch … knippershelbig, TriPyramid Structures and Boston Valley Terra Cotta to investigate how terra cotta … a sponge—through pleating, dimpling, folding, and other geometric strategies—the tiles can absorb … this water evaporates, the façade cools itself and the surrounding microclimate.The geometry is … durability, making the system suitable for four-season climates like New England. The design merges … with ceramic innovation, environmental performance, and fabrication practicality. From Material … digital simulation, physical prototyping, and full-scale testing, the project shows that shaped … reduce surface temperatures on hot days and improve thermal comfort in streets, courtyards, and … As cities around the world continue to densify and warm, the project proposes a façade system that … efficient, and aligned with future climate demands. We look forward to the continuing conversations … technical overview, including methodology, performance testing and environmental modeling, is …

… 34 Chemin des Colombettes1211 GenevaSwitzerland … Architekten, Final Construction Documents and Site Observation: Behnisch Architekturbüro with … The administration building for the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) offers … atria, double-height internal gardens, and atria stairs, the structure provides a range of both … and informal meeting areas while incorporating sustainable strategies to reduce energy consumption. … Nations’ European Headquarters, Nation’s Plaza, and the existing WIPO headquarters, the … a site near the lakeshore. It is set within a landscape of mature trees, established gardens, and … around three generous, glass-roofed atria and alongside the external facades. Shared spaces, such as … stairs, enrich the circulation system while informal meeting areas distributed across the office … include a delivery yard, underground parking for staff, space for storing archives, technical rooms, … basement level with illuminated mirror-walls and glazed skylights connects the administration … design principles to reduce its overall energy consumption. These include the use of Lake Geneva’s … natural extraction through the stack-effect, and the optimization of natural light across all … glass facades, paired with daylight-optimized blinds, help naturally control heat gain and glare. …

… Landshut … Am Lurzenhof84036 Landshut … Handwerkskammer Niederbayern-Oberpfalz … The new building for the Chamber of Crafts establishes a clear identity while fostering internal … communication and … diverse functions into clearly structured and stacked volumes, generating distinct spatial qualities … southeast connects to green spaces, parking, and workshop areas, while a protected cafeteria garden … system, enabling intuitive orientation and creating multifunctional spaces for interaction, … from shared synergies. Level 0 Flexible and simple layouts allow for various construction methods, … with a focus on prefabrication, adaptability, and future disassembly. The building follows a … technical systems while ensuring robustness and low maintenance. Sustainability strategies include … existing materials. Permeable surfaces, green and retention roofs, and vegetation support sponge … combined with green roofs provide renewable energy, while a groundwater heat pump supplies heating, … resulting in an efficient and future-oriented … circulareconomy sustainability wood energyefficiency renovation recreation …

… It combines flexible learning spaces with a landscape-driven design to foster interaction and … Level 0 The new school replaces and extends the existing Gotthard-Müller-Schule while integrating … to the surroundings, creating a lightweight and landscape-integrated appearance. A central foyer at … shared functions such as cafeteria, library, and specialized learning spaces, forming an open and … are organized into distinct learning clusters for primary and secondary education, structured around … atrium that acts as a vertical marketplace and orientation space. Circulation areas are conceived as … flexible teaching methods. Outdoor terraces and direct connections to the schoolyard enhance spatial … beyond the classroom. Additional facilities for the Fleinsbachschule are integrated into the … strategies emphasize durability, flexibility, and thermal performance, combining a concrete … The result is an adaptable, interconnected, and identity-forming campus that supports modern … education within a cohesive architectural and landscape framework. …

… To ensure its continued appeal and ability to meet future demands year-round, we have extensively … renovated and expanded both the pool and surrounding outdoor facilities of the Wunnebad, one of … This project builds upon existing structures and leverages our years of experience in pool … Winnenden is nestled on the edge of the Swabian Forest, surrounded by a picturesque landscape of … green space marks the edge of the urban area. For over a century, this scenic location has been a … for sports, swimming, and leisure activities for the larger Winnenden region, beginning with the … pool. Over the years, the facility has evolved, and in the early 1990s, it became one of Germany's … shaped open spaces of the outdoor pools and the existing Wunnebad to formulate a central idea that … and the new. At the heart of the new facility stands the striking domed structure of the original … complemented by a composition of curved roofs and organic forms, which effortlessly integrate the … into the environment. As part of the conversion and modernization of the existing structures, we … key measures, including the repositioning and redesign of the outdoor changing rooms, the … of the sauna area with upgraded amenities, and the construction of a new lifeguard tower, among …

… typologies in response to contemporary social and ecological needs. The design leverages the site’s … topography and landscape connections to create a … site, located between dense urban fabric and open landscape, offers ideal conditions for housing … preserves visual connections to the valley and hills, while public pathways link the new quarter to … typologies: linear townhouses along Lehenstraße and more articulated, landscape-oriented structures. … terrain, creating strong connections to the landscape. Elevation Efficient layouts ensure sunlight … Modular construction enables flexibility and adaptable interiors. Underground parking keeps the site … largely car-free. The energy concept reduces demand through high-performance building standards, … and efficient systems supported by solar energy, with an optional biomass solution. The landscape … the natural slope, using light-canopy trees and largely unbuilt green spaces to reinforce the … the project creates a compact, flexible, and forward-looking residential environment shaped by …

… The Franco-German school in Buc is transformed into an integrated educational campus that … international identity and connection to the landscape. The design combines new and existing … structures into a cohesive and open learning … Level 0 The project restructures and extends the existing lycée, adding a new primary school and … new volumes that follow soft, horizontal lines and connect harmoniously with the surrounding … spaces to nature, creating strong visual and spatial links to greenery. Oriented towards the … spaces to nature, creating strong visual and spatial links to greenery. A transparent entrance … the park, the architecture becomes more fluid and landscape-oriented, offering diverse views and … A large canopy structure links courtyard and atrium, forming the social and cultural heart of the … campus. Elevation West The result is a flexible and identity-forming educational environment that … fosters exchange, cultural interaction, and a strong … innovation lowenergy innovativematerials adaptivereuse reuse …