The main goals of the competition are to foster ideas of sustainable development, draw public attention and present the best projects of real estate developers, promote cooperation between business, science, state and non-governmental organizations.
This year, the following are participating in the best commercial project category: Dainava, administrative buildingInnovation and Business Center (IVC) and Flow business center. We invite you to familiarize yourself with these exceptional projects and this time we present the Innovation and Business Center (IVC).
In the Innovation and Business Center (IVC) – the triumph of green solutions
Scientific purpose building – Innovation and Business Center, located at Loksininkai St. 2, in Vilnius. The building is designed as one 5-story volume with a basement and superstructure. The Innovation and Business Center (IVC) is a 33,500 sq. m. m. intended for innovators in science, high technology, medicine and pharmaceuticals. Scientific and experimental laboratories, production facilities, storage-logistics facilities and offices operate in the complex.
As Vladas Sakalauskas, a member of the board of BOD Group, says, the goal of the project is to employ science so that it becomes not a theoretical but a practical function. “The main purpose of this building is to develop electricity storage and balancing technologies. The main workshop on the first floor, which occupies 1100 sq. m. intended to solve important energy issues”, notes V. Sakalauskas.
This is the first industrial building in Lithuania, where all the electricity needed to ensure the operation of the building will be produced. An 850 kw solar power plant covers the facade and roof of the building. Due to this uniqueness, it is the first building in Lithuania, the facade of which has integrated such an unconventional architectural solution.
The IVC building is not connected to the city’s heating networks. As many as 80 geothermal wells dug to a depth of 130 m will perform the heating function. New generation geothermal heat pumps will produce 4.5-5 kWh of heat energy from 1 kWh of electricity, and the cooling efficiency will reach 4.91-5.76 kWh. As many as 20 ventilation systems with heat exchangers will ensure the required indoor climate in the laboratories and research center. The building is equipped with an energy storage system, which, if necessary, will allow the heating and cooling functions and emergency lighting to be maintained in the premises.
To maximize the building’s energy efficiency, the IVC roof is covered with an all-white cool roof Renolit coating. This coating will allow not only 20 percent reduce the need for cooling the building in the summer, but also by 20 percent. will increase the efficiency of double-sided solar modules.
In the territory, almost the entire area of the plot is occupied by buildings, pavements and other facilities. There is a parking lot on the west side of the site, as well as parking spaces for visitors. On the south side of the lot there is an entrance to the above-ground open car storage, service vehicle access to the warehouse ramps and a fire truck turnaround area.
The area has been equipped with new, fully constructed surfaces. Pavements are designed taking into account traffic intensity, loads, street categories. The rest of the plot is sown with lawn, it is planned to spread the soil with a thickness of 10 cm and sow with a mixture of perennial grass seeds.
Green areas are being installed in the places where the installation of new communications was carried out. The plants were selected taking into account the circumstances of the existing territory and plant growth conditions. In order to create a more pleasant environment, vertical greening was chosen by planting a five-leaf vine on the roof superstructure.
The above-ground open car storage has a capacity of 296 cars, and the anticipated parking requirement for the entire building’s employees is 256 cars. Connection of charging stations for electric cars from power panels is expected. The network for the maximum possible network of charging stations for electric cars is derived. On the second and third floors of the parking lots, it is possible to install 24 units each. electric car charging access points. There are 35 bicycle storage spaces each in the open ground parking and on the third floor of the building, as well as 5 bicycle storage spaces outside at the main entrance to the building.
“It is also relevant that the building has a hiding place in case of a war or a nuclear attack – it is 4 meters deep and 500 square meters. of the area, to which all employees of the building can safely enter”, notes V. Sakalauskas and adds that the building also has an impressive terrace for employees to relax.
All energy indicators of the building correspond to class A++. SoliTek solar modules used for the solar power plant on the roof and facade of the building, the first and only ones in the world with the prestigious Cradle to Cradle Gold certificate of sustainability, for which additional points are obtained in the evaluation methodologies of sustainable construction: BREEAM (2), LEED (7), WELL (5) points.
“Due to the technologies used in this project (from solar power plants to geothermal heating), we claim the nomination of the greenest building in Europe,” says V. Sakalauskas and adds that a lot has also been invested in the thermal insulation of the buildings, for example, more than half a meter of foam was placed on the roof alone polystyrene. “Our goal is to create a good infrastructure for various inventions and the development of scientific ideas with the help of green solutions.”
Designer/Project Manager: BE LIVE UAB (UAB ,,Baltic Engineers‘‘).
Project manager – Vaidas Saveikis.
Architect(s): UAB “Milimetras” Tomas Rasiulis, Paulius Mirinavičius.
General Contractor (Contractor): Manager – “Keista” UAB.
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**Interview with Vladas Sakalauskas, Board Member of BOD Group, on the Innovation and Business Center (IVC)**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Vladas. The Innovation and Business Center (IVC) is receiving recognition for its innovative sustainable features. Can you share the core objectives that guided its design?
**Vladas Sakalauskas:** Thank you for having me. Our primary objective was to integrate cutting-edge sustainable technologies while serving as a practical hub for science and innovation. We aim to make science applicable and impactful in addressing real-world challenges, particularly in energy storage and balancing technologies.
**Interviewer:** That’s impressive! What are some standout features of the IVC that exemplify its commitment to sustainability?
**Vladas Sakalauskas:** One of our most unique features is that this building will actually generate all the electricity it needs through an 850 kW solar power system integrated into the facade and roof. We’re also utilizing geothermal energy with 80 geothermal wells that will heat (and cool) the facility efficiently. This kind of energy independence is a first in Lithuania.
**Interviewer:** That is remarkable. How does the IVC accommodate the needs of its users while maintaining energy efficiency?
**Vladas Sakalauskas:** In addition to our energy-producing technologies, we’ve designed the building for optimal energy use. The rooftop features a cool roof coating that reduces cooling needs by 20%, while also enhancing the solar module efficiency. We’ve installed advanced ventilation systems and an energy storage system that further optimizes our energy consumption.
**Interviewer:** With growing concerns about urban mobility, how does the IVC address parking and electric vehicle charging?
**Vladas Sakalauskas:** We are fully committed to accommodating sustainable transportation options. The IVC has a parking capacity for 296 cars, with provisions for 48 electric vehicle charging stations and ample bike storage spaces. This heavily encourages environmentally-friendly commuting.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, what does it mean to have a building that also offers safety features like a bomb shelter?
**Vladas Sakalauskas:** In today’s world, safety is a priority. The 4-meter deep shelter provides peace of mind to our employees, ensuring their safety in the case of serious threats. This aspect further emphasizes our commitment to creating a secure and nurturing environment for everyone who works here.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Vladas. Your insights into the Innovation and Business Center truly highlight how sustainability and functionality can coexist.
**Vladas Sakalauskas:** Thank you for your interest. We are excited to lead the way in sustainable architecture in Lithuania and look forward to seeing more projects that prioritize the planet’s future.
