Location: Lausanne, Switzerland.

Architect: Behnisch Architekten.

The AGORA Pôle de recherche sur le cancer, located in Lausanne on the campus of the CHUV, provides a working and research space for 400 scientists and practitioners. The building’s sculptural character makes it easily recognizable and contributes to its autonomous presence. Interdisciplinary as well as disciplinary communication are both central to successful research and are evident in the organization of the floor plans. The Agora area connects the campus’s existing pathways to the laboratory and office levels via interconnected communication areas and informal workplaces. Daylight enhancement systems, optimized sunlight protection, responsible management of natural resources, and the use of both renewable and existing energy systems on site are preconditions for a successful and sustainable working environment.