DIPAK KIT Campus Nord
Awarded contract in a VgV tendering process for new building
ATP architects engineers convinced with a concept that successfully balances architectural aesthetics with the complex requirements of a sustainable research facility.
The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is planning a new building to consolidate all activities of the DIPAK test and development platform. The Direct Internal Recycling Development Platform Karlsruhe (DIPAK) integrates various research infrastructures, including a test facility that simulates fusion reactor processes.
In close collaboration with ATP Zero, the specialist research and innovation company for advanced building technology, ATP developed a concept that combines functionality, pioneering solutions, and an inspiring working environment – securing the contract in the VgV procedure.
The energy concept ensures efficient and sustainable operation. Among other measures, ATP proposes converting surplus PV electricity into hydrogen, which can be used for DIPAK’s research experiments. Additionally, the integration of scientific activity into the architectural design was a key focus. The concept not only enables highly specialized research but also fosters interdisciplinary exchange and collaboration.
