Novartis Campus - Reception Building and Parking

Basel, Switzerland, Switzerland

Photo © Lukas Roth

Photo © Alexander Rotsch

Photo © Lukas Roth

Lighting Designers: LICHT KUNST LICHT

Location: Fabrikstrasse 2, 4002 Basel, Switzerland, Switzerland
Year: 2007
Client: Novartis Pharma AG
Architects: Marco Serra, Basel
Architects: Ernst Basler & Partner, Zurich

The reconstruction of the main entrance area has resulted in a new reception building and underground car park breathing lightness and transparency while supporting the company’s corporate image. The reception building, a glass pavilion with a ´floating´ roof, welcomes visitors. Ultimate transparency appears at night as the glass panes become invisible and the white roof is enhanced by the up-lights integrated in architectural elements. Arriving by car implies an extraordinary parking experience. The symbiosis of light and architecture structures the space, allowing a minimum of distracting elements and creating a feeling of safety and lightness.