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Ebi Lab Office Building by Electric Bicycle Innovation B.V. Wins the A' Design Award in Architecture, Building and Structure Design
Electric Bicycle Innovation B.V. honored for architecture, building and structure design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 23, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ Ebi Lab Office Building by Electric Bicycle Innovation B.V. has been granted the A' Design Award in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the A' Design Award Means
The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
More About Ebi Lab Office Building
EBI Lab is a multifunctional building designed for bicycle display, sales, maintenance and user experiences. The facade is made of mirror polished stainless steel, a material that is corrosion resistant, weather resistant and impact resistant. The reflective surface mirrors the surroundings and connects the building with the city. A spiral staircase extends from the interior to the facade and back inside, linking the functional areas and enlarging the display area. Renewable materials, eco friendly paints and energy efficient lighting reduce the environmental impact.
About Electric Bicycle Innovation B.V.
Founded in 2022, ebi specializes in premium carbon and aluminum ebike frames, mobility systems, software, and accessories. With offices in Switzerland, the Netherlands, and China, ebi offers innovative R&D, including Motor tech, BikePlay, and advanced Speed Sensors, driving eco-friendly mobility in Europe and the USA.
Award Record
Electric Bicycle Innovation B.V. is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
About the A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award
The A' Architecture Design Award is an international architectural design competition recognizing good architectural designs by best architects worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to architectural design studios, building contractors, structural engineering firms and architecture and design consultants from all countries. Typical entries include skyscrapers, museums, residential buildings, commercial complexes, educational institutions and religious structures. The awarded architectural projects are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/architecture
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/164751
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/164751
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!164751
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/359368
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Ebi Lab Office Building
- Function
- Office Building
- Category
- Architecture, Building and Structure Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture
- Colors
- Black, Dark Slate Gray, White Smoke, Dim Gray and Silver
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Electric Bicycle Innovation B.V.
- Country
- Netherlands
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #164751
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- EBI Lab serves as a multifunctional space for bike display, sales, maintenance, and user experiences. Centered on art and technology, the design emphasizes environmental sustainability, technological innovation, and dynamism. The project not only functions as a vital hub in the urban transportation system but also stands as a showcase for the sustainable culture of the city.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the dynamic characteristics of bicycles and the core values of the EBI brand, this project reimagines urban travel. The dynamic, fluid form of bikes serves as a rich source of inspiration, while the integration of art and technology elements shapes a distinctive visual language. The result is a unique spatial experience that embodies the harmony of motion, creativity, and innovation.
- Research
- The design team recognizes that bikes are more than just a convenient urban commuting tool. They serve as a bridge between people and nature, as well as the past and the future. By incorporating this culturally significant and symbolic element, EBI Lab transcends its role as a space for bike display and sales, becoming a platform for urban cultural exchange and a strong advocate for green mobility.
- Challenge
- The project tackles the challenge of achieving a cohesive layout and efficient flow in a multifunctional space with limited area. Through meticulous design, the integration of stairs and corridors creates seamless connections between functional zones, optimizing space utilization. The spiral staircase not only expands the display area on the facade but also introduces a distinctive architectural feature, offering a unique spatial experience and enhancing the overall flow design.
- Realization and Technology
- The facade adopts corrosion resistant, weather resistant, and impact resistant mirror polished stainless steel as its main material. By reflecting the surroundings, it seamlessly blends reality and virtuality, creating a dreamy visual effect and enhancing interaction with the urban environment. Renewable materials and energy saving technologies, like eco friendly paints and energy efficient lighting, reduce environmental impact and underscore sustainable design principles applied to the project.
- Operation and Interaction
- The project emphasizes interactivity, with the spiral staircase as its centerpiece. Extending from the interior to the facade and back inside, it seamlessly connects various functional areas, offering consumers a convenient and comfortable visiting experience. Thoughtfully designed lighting enhances the staircase, adds spatial depth, and creates a warm, inviting atmosphere.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in May, 2024, and will finish in October, 2025 in Beijing.
- Specifications
- 15000mm*7500mm*8000mm
- Keywords
- bike studio, multifunctional sales space, art and technology, 3D facade, spiral stairs and lighting design
