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One Helix

Firm LocationAmsterdam, Netherlands
CompanyUNS
Lead ArchitectBen van Berkel
Design TeamArjan Dingsté with René Toet and Ilaria Ronchi, Reinier Kok, Albert Gnodde, Borja Fernández Flórez, Tom Minderhoud, Milou van Min, Regiane Fernandes and Evelina Ilina.
ClientBreakthrough Properties

One Helix is a 6,515 m² life science workplace near Amsterdam UMC, designed by UNS for Breakthrough Properties and Neogene Therapeutics, part of AstraZeneca. Bringing laboratories, offices and shared amenities together, the project applies a whole life carbon approach in which sustainability shapes the architecture itself. Net energy positive, adaptable and designed around user wellbeing, One Helix shows how research environments can meet demanding technical requirements while providing a healthy, supportive place to work. Its custom facade shading improves comfort and daylight quality.