FiftyTwoDegrees, Nijmegen
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| Area: | Approx. 8,000 m² |
| Construction year: | 2006 |
| Architect/Design: | Mecanoo architecten, Delft |
| Contractor: | Van der Tol b.v., Amsterdam |
| System build-up: | “Lawn” with Floradrain® FD 40-E |
The FiftyTwoDegrees Business Innovation Centre is an international, contemporary and future orientated international work geared for innovative companies and institutions in Nijmegen. The geographical location at latitude 52° has given the building it’s name. The tower stands on a green slope and is fluidly yet excitingly absorbed into surrounding Goffert Park. Under the grassed roof, which looks like a hill, are parking spaces, various commercial facilities and a plaza, partially covered with glass, with shops and restaurants. The green roof is rising steadily from the ground level to the office tower. An intensive green roof system build-up with Floradrain® FD 40-E and the System Substrate “Lawn”, at a depth of at least 200 mm was installed. Pre-cultivated lawn was spread evenly to receive an immediate finished look.
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Under the grassed roof are parking spaces and various commercial facilities.