Location | Dierikon LU |
Client | Komax AG |
Commission | Study competition on invitation 2015 |
Planning | 2015–2017 |
Construction | 2017–2020 |
Architects | Graber & Steiger Architekten, Project Architect: Urs Schmid |
Consultants | Project Manager: Büro für Bauökonomie, Structural engineer: Dr. Schwartz Consulting, Mechanical Engineer: Peter Berchtold Engineering, Electrical Engineer: Scherler AG, Façade engineering: Metallprojekt GmbH, Fire protection engineering: Swissi, Building physicist: RSP AG |
As one of the first production buildings in Switzerland designed consistently vertical and according to the premises of Industry 4.0, the extention of the headquarters of Komax AG exemplifies how the imperative for an indispensable densification can also be implemented in industrial sites.
Research, production and administration are united under one roof on 6 vertically stacked platforms, which significantly promotes the informal transfer of know-how. Thanks to a permeable spatial concept, flat operational hierarchies can develop across floors and increase productivity. The usual distinction between production and office floor has been abolished, and everything can take place independently of the floor. The spatial concept, the load-bearing structure and the circulation concept meet the current requirements of a contemporary production facility and have the necessary flexibility for future changes of processes.
The building is designed as a holistic system to increase sustainability. In addition to the space-creating, tree-like structure, a technology-free, walkable façade contributes significantly to this.The "Verandas" have multiple uses as sunshades, outdoor lounges and escape routes. The customised "Brises-Soleil" optimally balance shading and daylight supply without the use of technology. The production of thr high-tech products by Komax AG which is active in mechanical engineering, finds a contemporary home in a low-tech architecture.
We are delighted to announce that our proposal for the new water sports base at la Jonction in Geneva has won the open competition among 73 national and international entries!
The design, in the breathtaking setting where the Arve and Rhone rivers converge in the city, is based on a concept of circular reuse. In the spirit of urban mining and to largely reduce gray energy, our project called "OBJETS TROUVÉS" proposes the conversion of an existing office building and the reuse of long-span steel trusses from a nearby dismantled hall.
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26 - 28 March and 2 -12 April 2024
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28 March, 12:30, Forum Faubourg