Dutch architecture studio OMA has revealed its design for a domed innovation center made with glass and metal. Located in Chicago, the space will be utilized by Discovery Partners Institute as the American research organization's headquarters.
The domed innovation center spans 200,000 square feet. It will house office space, classrooms, and laboratories on the upper levels. The ground floor will welcome the public with cafes and retail spaces.
The exterior of the domed innovation center exudes contemporary sensibilities. The facade incorporated glass and metal panels. OMA intentionally chose soft and transparent forms in order to "offer an open invitation for the community to the building and its network."
The plans reveal that construction of this building will begin in 2024.
Image Credit: OMA and bloomimages.de
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Domed Innovation Centers
- The trend of creating domed architecture centers can offer futuristic design opportunities for public and private organizations.
- Innovative Design in Public Spaces
- The trend of incorporating contemporary design into public spaces, such as cafes and retail spaces in innovation centers, can enhance urban environments.
- Collaborative Workspaces
- The trend of mixing office space and laboratories can encourage collaboration and interdisciplinary problem solving.
Sectors Adopting This
- Architecture and Design
- Innovative architecture firms are in high demand to create unique spaces for public and private organizations.
- Research and Development
- Innovation centers are important spaces for fostering research and development in both the public and private sectors.
- Urban Development
- The construction and development of innovation centers can have a significant impact on urban environments, requiring the involvement of urban planners and policymakers.
