The Edge building in Amsterdam is considered the most sustainable office building in the world. It features innovative sustainability measures like solar panels, rainwater harvesting, and a smart lighting system. The building also uses a highly efficient heating and cooling system powered by a nearby lake. Recognized for its design and energy efficiency, The Edge has received numerous awards, including BREEAM Outstanding certification.

1. RISING ABOVE: THE EDGE
BUILDING'S ARCHITECTURAL
MARVELS
Puscas Nicholas
Rob Daniela

2. AGENDA
Introduction
Sustainability Features
Smart Building Technology
Collaborative Spaces
Awards and Recognition
Conclusion
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3. INTRODUCTION
The Edge building in Amsterdam is a
marvel of modern architecture and
technology, designed to be the most
sustainable office building in the
world. Completed in 2015, it is home
to Deloitte Netherlands and has won
numerous awards for its innovative
design and energy efficiency.
The building is located in the Zuidas
business district of Amsterdam and
stands out with its unique shape and
green exterior. It was designed by
Ron Bakker and Lee Polisano of PLP
Architecture and built by OVG Real
Estate.
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4. SUSTAINABILITY FEATURES
The Edge building has been designed to be the
most sustainable office building in the world,
with a range of innovative features that reduce
energy consumption and promote a healthier
working environment. These include solar panels
on the roof, a rainwater harvesting system, and
a smart lighting system that adjusts to the
needs of individual workers.
The building also has a highly efficient heating
and cooling system, which uses water from a
nearby lake to regulate temperature. In
addition, the interior is designed to maximize
natural light and ventilation, with open
workspaces and large windows that provide
stunning views of the surrounding area.

5. SUSTAINABILITY FEATURES
The Edge is wired with a vast network of two
different kinds of tubes: one that holds data
(ethernet cables) and another that holds water.
Behind each ceiling tile is a massive coil of thin
blue piping that delivers water to and from the
building’s subterranean water storage for
radiant heating and cooling.

6. SUSTAINABILITY FEATURES
Birds, bats, bees, and bugs. These are
the building’s neighbors on the north-
facing terrace. OVG worked with
Amsterdam officials to establish a
continuous path of vegetation that
supports beneficial insects throughout
the city. Birdhouses and bat boxes are
tucked discreetly into the landscaping.
These pockmarked towers support
various species of solitary bees, which
buzz about the flowers on the public
terrace

7. THE EDGE BUILDING IS NOT ONLY
SUSTAINABLE BUT ALSO INCREDIBLY
SMART, WITH A RANGE OF HIGH-TECH
FEATURES THAT MAKE IT ONE OF THE
MOST ADVANCED BUILDINGS IN THE
WORLD. THESE INCLUDE A SMARTPHONE
APP THAT ALLOWS WORKERS TO
CONTROL THEIR WORKSPACE, FROM
ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE AND
LIGHTING TO BOOKING MEETING ROOMS
AND ORDERING FOOD.
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8. WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT THE EDGE, GARAGE ENTRY IS AUTOMATED. A CAMERA SNAPS A PHOTO
OF YOUR LICENSE PLATE, MATCHES IT WITH YOUR EMPLOYMENT RECORD, A ND RAISES THE
GATE. EVEN THE GARAGE USES SENSOR -EQUIPPED LED LIGHTS, WHICH BRI GHTEN AS YOU
APPROACH AND DIM AS YOU LEAVE. IT ’S THE NETHERLANDS, SO A SEPARATE GARAGE FOR
BICYCLES AND FREE CHARGERS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES AREN’T SURPRISI NG. IN AMSTERDAM,
EVEN THE AIRPORT TAXIS ARE TESLAS.
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9. COLLABORATIVE SPACES
The Edge building is designed to promote collaboration
and creativity, with a range of flexible workspaces that
can be customized to suit the needs of different teams and
projects.
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10. COLLABORATIVE SPACES
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11. ARCHITECTURE
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12. AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
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The Edge demonstrates that the pursuit of a vibrant
and collaborative work environment can come
together successfully with achieving the highest
level of sustainability possible for a building. Since
its completion in 2015, the Edge building has won
numerous awards and accolades for its innovative
design and sustainability features. These include
the BREEAM Outstanding certification, the highest
rating for sustainable buildings, and the World
Architecture Festival Award for Best Office
Building.
The building has also been recognized for its use
of cutting-edge technology and its commitment
to creating a healthy and productive work
environment. It is a shining example of what can
be achieved when sustainability, innovation, and
design come together.

13. CONCLUSION
The Edge building in Amsterdam is a
true masterpiece of modern
architecture and technology,
showcasing the incredible potential
of sustainable design and smart
building technology. It is a building
that inspires awe and admiration,
both for its beauty and its
functionality.
As we look to the future, buildings
like the Edge will play an increasingly
important role in creating a more
sustainable and livable world. They
are a testament to what can be
achieved when we combine creativity,
innovation, and a commitment to
sustainability.
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