Batavia Biosciences

Leiden Bio Science Park

The Leiden Bio Science Park (LBSP) is one of the most successful science parks in the world, home to the highest number of life sciences start-ups in the Netherlands. The park aims to be an inspiring and vibrant hub for R&D by 2025 - a place where people live, work, study, conduct research, and relax.
 

Robust and warm character

The design combines two key characteristics: robustness and warmth. Together, they create a building that promotes a high-quality work environment. Located on a green plot in a prominent position along the A44 highway, the building’s solid, enclosed corners convey a sense of robustness and strong architecture. Between these sturdy corners, a transparent façade with horizontal louvers opens up, allowing daylight to penetrate deep into the building. The light façade reflects the surrounding greenery, enabling the building to blend seamlessly into its environment. This creates a space where Batavia Biosciences employees can focus optimally, as the building is ultimately designed with people in mind. This focus translates into an open, transparent structure with spacious floor plans. The entrance, located at the front of the building, opens onto an inviting plaza that serves as a space for meeting and relaxation.

The building offers a highly stimulating work environment. Smart, open spaces and an impressive interior design give the structure a dynamic feel, while a simple layout ensures clarity. Each floor is designed for optimal logistical flows, maximizing efficiency in production processes. A particularly notable feature is the impressive floor height of approximately 6 meters, which accommodates prefabricated pods and lab spaces, ensuring the building remains highly flexible for future needs.

Sustainability as a key focus

Sustainability is a cornerstone of the building’s design, a focus that is evident throughout. The roof features PV panels, and the building is completely gas-free. It is expected to achieve a BREEAM Excellent certification, underscoring its commitment to sustainability.