Design
The design integrates innovation, heritage, and functionality, creating a dynamic hub for research, testing, and showcasing the G-Class legacy. The architecture emphasizes the robust, off-road identity of the vehicle.
BM Design & Schulz-Architektur
Client: Technopark, Graz
Place: Graz, Austria
Size: 20 000m²
Status: Idea 2023
Mercedes G-Class
Headquarters, Graz
The Mercedes G-Class Headquarters in Graz embodies the rugged durability and off-road excellence synonymous with the G-Class. It reflects Graz's role as the engineering and production hub for the G-Class.
Architecture
Green Integration: Green roofs and terraces emphasize the G-Class's connection to nature while promoting sustainability.
Innovation Display: Transparent elements highlight research activities while maintaining privacy, offering visitors a glimpse of the innovation process.
Landscaping: Rugged landscaping around the site mirrors the off-road spirit of the G-Class.
Exhibition Space: A dedicated area showcases the G-Class's history, drawing automotive enthusiasts and the public.
Funstions
Workshop
A split-level construction integrates a gallery-level workspace for 45 employees, allowing privacy while maintaining visibility of the workshop below.
Parking Garage
Located above the workshop, the split-level parking facility maximizes space efficiency and functionality.
Office Building
Public-facing areas, including a café, seminar rooms, and event spaces, occupy the ground floor. Internal offices, secured with controlled access, feature a rooftop outdoor area for employee use.
