“ According to current scientific research , the opportunity to experience greenery has a
positive impact on people ’ s mental health .
In the initial phase of the project , cooperation between automatic systems and humans is planned . The ultimate goal is to create a self-correcting bionic system that can function without human intervention .
The project scope includes a number of technologies that will reduce the building ’ s demand for water , heat , cooling and electricity . At the same time , solutions have been provided to increase the comfort and wellbeing of the building users .
Photovoltaic panels with an area of 110m2 , on the roof and within a dedicated facade structure , will be equipped with a sun-following system that can generate enough energy to illuminate the office areas of the building and power chargers for electric vehicles .
A vertical collector , in the form of probes 200m deep , spaced approximately every 16m , will provide the appropriate yearly heating and cooling to the building . Rainwater from the roof and paved surfaces will be collected in a retention tank and used to irrigate vegetation . Gray water from sinks and showers will be stored and used to flush toilets . Thermal ceilings , compatible with heat pumps , ensure uniform temperature distribution in rooms , and thus optimal thermal comfort for users .
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According to current scientific research , the opportunity to experience greenery has a positive impact on people ’ s mental health . A reduction in stress levels and a lower risk of depression and anxiety have been reported . At the same time , an increase in work efficiency and acceptance of the workplace itself was found . Taking this into account , the building will include two internal green areas . The first one , located on the ground floor , opens onto the entrance hall . The second one , located on the 4th floor , opens onto the Creativity Space and the internal café . It is assumed that the green areas , named “ Polish Grove ”, will use native plant species that produce phytoncides , i . e . compounds with bactericidal and anti-inflammatory properties .
FAAB has been designing and building projects using greenery on the facade for many years , beginning with the headquarters of the Foundation of Polish Science in Warsaw , completed in 2014 . In cooperation with Sempergreen Group , FAAB developed an individualized solution for the renovation of the existing building .
In terms of construction of a vertical garden and water distribution management installation - the Vertical Oasis designed in 2020 is a prototype solution in the form of a skyscraper - shaping the climate and designed to be built in harsh weather countries . Now , the Łukasiewicz
Research Network Headquarters , designed in 2023 , is a proposal to transform the central regions of densely built-up European cities , based on collective experience .
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