Translation Center for Regenerative Medicine

Leipzig, Germany

Photo © Steffen Junghans

Drawing © ksg

Architects: kister scheithauer gross

Location: Leipzig, Germany
Year: 2012

The former Gynaecological Clinic in the south-east of Leipzig has been successfully redeveloped, converted and extended under the management of ksg and re-opened in 2012 as a Translation Center for Regenerative medicine. Construction work comprised the six levels of the old building and the two-level OP wing. Translation, the direct translation of research results into medical application, generates a complex building type. Research areas and offices have to be coordinated so that all hygienic and lab-related requirements are fulfilled. This special typology was realized for the first time in an existing listed building in the Translation Center for Regenerative Medicine.

Together with scientists, ksg developed a specific building control system. Abstract body cells illustrate the working processes and routes in the building, as a graphic element. In addition, a color concept comprising various flooring colors serves as orientation to the new rooms. The center now has more than 4000 m² floor space.

Project data
Building Owner: Free State of Saxony, Saxony State Ministry of Finance, SIB Branch Leipzig II
GFA: 10.500 m²
Dates: 2008 - 2012
VOF procedure 2007