LAB42 wins National Steel Award 2024!
LAB42 has won the National Steel Award in the Steel Reuse category out of 38 submissions. The jury praised the building for its high sustainability and future-proof ambitions.
'This is circular design and construction in its finest form.'
Circular design as core value
The building is characterised by its transparent and accessible design. Circularity was a prominent theme in the design, which the jury also highlighted:
‘This project is designed and set up for future reuse, function change, or expansion, facilitated by detachable connections of modular components. The structural and architectural design resonate with the famous quote by architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe: “Less is more”. By designing soberly and reservedly, more impactful construction can be achieved. That is evident here.’
'The jury was particularly charmed by the ‘Lego-like’ construction and the motif: for the future. Creating something like this with public funds deserves loud applause.'
Cooperation with innovative partners
This award is not only a great compliment for us, but also for our partners.
First, for the sustainable and circular design by Benthem Crouwel Architects, construction consultancy firm Strackee, installation consultancy firm Deerns, and engineering consultancy firm DGMR.
Second, for the future-proof construction by Visser & Smit Bouw in partnership with Kropman Installatietechniek. They built the 100% reusable steel structure, which can be adapted and reorganised easily to accommodate future changes.