The new building impresses with its precise facade design, distinctive arcades, and inviting social spaces for spontaneous interactions.

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Three key features define the cubic volume of the third construction phase: the structured façade design, the representative arcade area, and the adaptation to the gently sloping site from north to south. The centrally located five-meter-high entrance area provides both orientation and access to the semi-public spaces, including conference and training rooms, the passport office, and the cafeteria with its outdoor area. Skylights above the inner courtyard guide natural light deep into the building. At the intersection of vertical circulation and office spaces are the social hubs, designed as dedicated interaction zones placed outside the main work areas. This layout minimizes noise disturbances in the offices while providing ample space for spontaneous, informal exchanges.

Location

Zollikofen

Client

Bundesamt für Bauten und Logistik (BBL)

Type of mandate

Gesamtleistungswettbewerb mit Marti Gesamtleistungen 2016 | 1. Preis

Nutzung

Eidgenössisches Department für auswärtige Angelegenheiten EDA

Nachhaltigkeitslabels

Minergie P ECO
SNBS Platin
GI (gutes Innenraumklima)

Realization

2020 - 2023