- Sustainable concrete used in skeleton of building services concept.
- Minimal load-bearing walls open floor space for maximum flexibility.
The Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO-KNAW) studies all aspects of nature. Sustainability and ecology are key themes in the Claus and Kaan design for the institute's new building, which is also piloting a high-temperature ground source heating system.
Arup was responsible for structural engineering, including carrying out a study on the efficiency and sustainability of construction materials.
The site includes offices, laboratories and support facilities such as greenhouses, aviaries, chemical and gas storage, a lake and bicycle parks. The total floor area is 10,000m2.
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