The central design concept is the vertical organization of the site across two levels. Spacious industrial halls are located on the lower level, while the upper floors accommodate research and office spaces. The two levels are connected by an intermediate level arranged above the hall roofs. This creates an interconnected and vibrant campus district that combines the existing Mann+Hummel buildings with the new clusters and provides pedestrian access to the office floors. The parking facility consists of a public above-ground multi-storey car park for passenger vehicles and a non-public underground garage for delivery vehicles. Bicycle parking is provided both in the car park and at decentralized locations outside the building entrances. The existing sawtooth-roof halls in Cluster 4 will be integrated into the overall campus concept.

LIZ focuses on revitalizing existing inner-city sites and combines contemporary architecture with the highest sustainability standards. The project is being planned in accordance with the German KfW Efficiency House 40 standard, and DGNB Gold certification is being sought for the new TP1 building. Photovoltaic systems, the use of green electricity, and connection to the district heating network underline the project’s ecological ambitions. Solid-construction halls and office spaces built using timber and hybrid construction combine functionality with sustainability. The façades of the upper floors are designed with a balanced proportion of glazing and solid metal surfaces. The metal cladding is low-maintenance and references the industrial character of the site through its materiality. Spacious courtyards, open structures, and a clearly defined central plaza create a modern working environment with a high quality of stay.