Headquarters of the International Olympic Committee IOC

Lausanne

Photo © International Olympic Committee (IOC) / Adam Mørk, Kopenhagen

Office Buildings

Architects: Itten+Brechbühl AG

Location: Lausanne
Year: 2019
Client: The International Olympic Committee (IOC)
Consortium: 3XN, Kopenhagen (DK)
Design Architects: 3XN
Local Architects: Itten+Brechbühl AG

Architecture as a reflection of sportive dynamics

The consolidation of work locations in central clusters satisfies the demand for economy, efficiency, communication, and flexibility. The IOC now joins the previously scattered work locations in a new headquarter. The new structure offers work space for 500 employees on 24,000 square meters.

The new building is shaped by three key elements: mobility, flexibility, and an orientation toward the future. This is reflected particularly in the façade, whose waves give it an air of dynamic movement and make it a symbol for the dynamics of sports and the Olympic movement.

An important focal aspect is the use of sustainable and efficient energy systems, such as a raw water pump, photovoltaic systems, and optimum exploitation of daylight.