The new Omics Center of the University of Pécs is a key element in the western campus development: an innovative research and diagnostic building with a timber and concrete hybrid structure, connected to the existing scientific infrastructure as the fourth block of the Szentágothai Research Center. The layout of the building blocks fits into the fabric of the surrounding neighborhood, creating an urban forecourt for arrival and a private campus park behind the blocks, in the interior areas. The timber frame structure with CLT walls and a façade clad in charred cedar is encircled by a multifunctional grid that, beyond providing shading and noise reduction, also supports climbing plants, improving the microclimate and giving the building a distinctive character. The laboratory and office spaces are characterized by abundant natural light, flexible spatial organization, and state-of-the-art mechanical systems. The two building blocks are functionally separated—the Omikai Center and the Institute of Medical Genetics—yet they share operation through a connected basement. The aim of the project is to create a sustainable, high-quality research environment that supports the region’s healthcare innovation in the long term.
Year of design: 2025 Lead architects: TIMA Zoltán, TÓTH Balázs Area: 5 210 m2
