Fifty Two Degrees | Mecanoo

Fifty-Two Degrees

Technology, science, and culture merge with working, living and leisure at the Philips Business Innovation Centre, known as FiftyTwoDegrees, in Nijmegen. In contrast with the previous high-security production and research complex located on this site, the new center stimulates innovation by creating opportunities for interaction and collaboration, thus becoming an icon for business and innovation in Nijmegen.

The second phase will see the sloping plane arch over Neerbosscheweg road, establishing a direct link with the city, Goffert Stadium and the new Goffert light rail station. The entrance to the building is located in the plinth that connects to the second floor of the tower. The office and laboratory floors have a flexible layout.

Special ceilings enable occupants to personalize the internal climate in each workspace and allow laboratory spaces to accommodate different test scenarios and measuring equipment. Prefabricated panels, arranged in an abstract pixel-like pattern on the facade, significantly reduced construction time.

Project Info
Architects: Mecanoo
Location: Nijmegen, Netherlands
Client: ICE Ontwikkeling, Nijmegen; Ballast Nedam Speciale Projecten (uitvoeringsfase)
Size: 43,500 m2
Status: Completed
Year: 2007
Type: Office Building