Wilo Networking Cube: Awards for architecture and sustainability

Outstanding building receives German Brand Award and DGNB Gold Certification

Dortmund. The Networking Cube at the Wilopark in Dortmund, the market partner meeting centre of the multinational technology company Wilo, has been honoured with two prestigious awards. This striking building at the Wilo Group’s headquarters has received the German Brand Award in the “Excellent Architecture” category and the DGNB Gold Certification for its sustainable design.

„The Networking Cube embodies Wilo’s pioneering spirit alongside our high standards for sustainability. These awards demonstrate the successful fusion of these elements,” says Oliver Hermes, President & Global CEO of the Wilo Group. “Sustainability is not only reflected in the construction and operational concept but also in how the building facilitates exchange and connectivity, representing the 'Connecting' impact of our comprehensive, group-wide sustainability strategy.”

The German Brand Award recognises the innovative overall concept of the Networking Cube, which stands out for its sustainable architecture and unparallelled event technology. Notable features of the approximately 5,000 square metre building include a 191 square metre LED wall, the so-called White Room encircled by a green rooftop terrace, a green south-facing façade, and a cloakroom area designed to resemble mining washhouses, paying homage to the region’s mining heritage.

The DGNB Gold Certification affirms Wilo’s commitment to sustainability in the design, construction, and operation of the Networking Cube. According to the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB), the market partner meeting centre meets the highest standards in six categories. These include ecological quality, (energy-efficient technologies and environmentally friendly materials), process quality (high standards for sustainable and efficient project execution in the construction process), sociocultural and functional quality (facilitates exchange and ideas), and location quality (harmonious integration into the Wilopark and connectivity with the urban environment).

Concurrently, the Wilo Innovation Cube and the adjacent laboratory at Wilopark also received the DGNB gold award. These buildings house the global research and development departments of the Wilo Group and the regional organisation for Wilo Europe.