Texoversum, Reutlingen, Germany

Object Type
Research Builidngs & Laboratories
Universities

Builder
Südwesttextil – Verband der Südwestdeutschen Textil- und Bekleidungsindustrie, Stuttgart

Architects
Menges Scheffler Architekten, Frankfurt

Completion
2023

Expertises
Thermal Insulation & Energy Performance Calculation
Daylight Technology
Energy Concepts
Building Acoustics
Room Acoustics

The Texoversum, a teaching, research and innovation centre of the Faculty of Textiles on the campus of Reutlingen University, impresses with its innovative façade made of fibre-based materials. The design-defining façade elements serve as sun and glare protection as well as fall protection. The size of the openings was determined depending on the orientation and the specific functional requirements. This design was based on parametric simulation calculations that took into account both daylight and thermal comfort. The façade modules were manufactured using a robotic winding process.

With an area of 4200 square metres, the Texoversum offers space for workshops, laboratories and classrooms. It was designed to promote dialogue between students, researchers and industry partners. Staggered mezzanine levels and an inviting atrium create an inspiring working environment.

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1 Robin Walz
2 Robin Walz
3 Robin Walz