National Innovation Center

FORG is very proud to be a conceptual design consultant for the National Innovation Center (NIC) project located in Hoa Lac High-tech Park, Ha Noi, a significant national initiative of great value and importance to society. However, designing and constructing the NIC comes with its own set of challenges, especially during a time when the world is experiencing social disruptions and an international health pandemic. Our goal is to create an architectural masterpiece that not only ensures functionality but also symbolizes the spirit and characteristics of the Vietnamese people, who dare to think and do things differently. The building includes many flexible functions that can be connected or separated as needed.

Our vision is to create and develop an innovative ecosystem that includes research institutes, universities, businesses, large technology corporations, investment funds, agencies, and organizations, including incubators, innovation support, small and medium enterprises, and startups.

After almost 2 years of consideration and concept proposals, the idea of designing the building in the shape of an eagle spreading its wings was approved. This design reflects Vietnam’s confidence in the future and demonstrates a way forward for Vietnam’s emerging role as a leader in innovation while remaining consistent with Vietnam’s culture and social context.

Phase 1 of the project has a total of 20,000 m2 GFA, comprises an office building and a conference center with project.

The NIC has several main functional areas, including:

• Private office spaces;
• Co-working spaces;
• Open laboratories;
• Conference and event spaces equipped with a large auditorium and multiple event rooms. The indoor event spaces are divided into 8 sections of varying sizes;
• An outdoor exhibition space which will showcase the latest applications in advanced manufacturing and smart cities.