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Discover LabQ, the innovative center of the University of Amsterdam at the Amsterdam Science Park – the central hub where education, research, and valorization in the field of quantum physics and technology come together. LabQ is designed as a sustainable and ‘Paris-proof’ building with a total floor area of approximately 13,000 m².
This seven-story LabQ features a concrete core housing laboratories and classrooms, surrounded by a light wooden structure accommodating offices, small teaching spaces, facilities, the entrance zone, and elevators.
The atria play a crucial role as connecting networks for students, researchers, and employees, and the various work zones provide an environment suitable for a diverse workforce.
Stevens Van Dijck has been involved from the conceptual phase and will manage project management during the design and implementation phases.
LabQ will serve as the home to the QuSoft research center of the University of Amsterdam (Faculty of Science, Mathematics, and Informatics) and the Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica. This building will function as a crucial center for quantum research, with a strong emphasis on fostering innovation and facilitating co-creation and ‘fieldlabs’. Here, UvA researchers will have the opportunity to collaborate with both internal and external parties, including businesses.
Sustainability is a top priority for LabQ. Architectural firm cepezed has developed the building according to the Paris Proof all-electric standard, with a focus on reducing CO2 emissions. By utilizing Heat Cold Storage (HCS) technology and renewable energy sources, UvA aims to achieve an energy-neutral building with minimal environmental impact through LabQ. The building is not only sustainable according to the Paris Proof all-electric standard but also energy-neutral, with low CO2 emissions according to whole-life carbon assessment. It provides a high level of future resilience due to its superior flexibility and adaptability.
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© 2022 Stevens Van Dijck
Design: Flinder | Web development: Kroes Media
Assignments are accepted and performed in accordance with the general terms and conditions of The New Arrangement 2011 revised version 2013.