World Tour - Novartis Pavilion in Basel, Switzerland

 World Tour - Novartis Pavilion in Basel, Switzerland

One of the most innovative buildings in the world is the Novartis Pavilion in Basel, Switzerland, designed by AMDL CIRCLE and Michele De Lucchi. This contemporary structure stands out for its blend of sustainability, technology, and artistic expression.

Designers and Location

• Architects: AMDL CIRCLE and Michele De Lucchi
• Location: Basel, Switzerland

Unique Features

• The Novartis Pavilion boasts a zero-energy media façade powered by a new generation of organic photovoltaic panels, combining renewable energy production with an interactive digital display.
• The building serves as an exhibition, meeting, and event space open to the public, which is a first for the Novartis campus.
• Inspired by the form of a circle, the floor plan symbolizes unity and connection, supporting the Pavilion’s intent as a hub for collaboration.

Wow Features

• The façade integrates both organic solar technology and an advanced grid of LED lights, turning the entire envelope into a dynamic screen for digital art curated by the House of Electronic Arts (HEK), Basel.
• This façade is both net-zero in energy consumption and acts as a unique canvas for international artists, marrying sustainable architecture with the visual arts in a public space.
• The Pavilion represents an optimistic, future-oriented vision of architecture as an agent for cultural and technological integration, setting new benchmarks for "building as a medium" rather than mere shelter.

The Novartis Pavilion’s innovative energy-generating façade and commitment to public engagement make it a global reference for sustainable and interactive contemporary architecture.