Ericson - New R&D Centre

As part of this large‑scale project, GKC—a long‑standing partner of Ericsson—took on the challenge of implementing the building plans for Montoni (acting as general contractor). These plans were developed in collaboration with Ericsson’s Swedish architectural firm, Wingårdhs.

Radically different from Ericsson’s former facilities, the new centre was designed to foster interaction and collaboration. It features two open‑plan office towers of three and five storeys, connected by a central lobby, flexible workspaces, and a strong emphasis on natural light and greenery.

The project also included a one-storey building housing a daycare for children and a large cafeteria for employees, as well as a significant underground parking garage and a multi-level outdoor parking facility, providing nearly 1,200 vehicle spaces.

The staggered layout of the buildings created landscaped areas between them and provided a high‑quality visual environment for employees. The multi‑level parking structure also serves as a physical, visual, and acoustic buffer between the site and the adjacent highway.

To successfully carry out its mandate, GKC faced several challenges, particularly regarding municipal regulations.

The team also leveraged its technical expertise to coordinate the work of the many other disciplines involved—structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and civil engineering—ensuring that construction progressed according to schedule and in compliance with the local Construction Code.

“For example, we had to maintain sufficient ceiling clearance while integrating building systems. The construction of the atrium staircases, with their complex shapes and openings, also required precise coordination to meet fire‑resistance standards while respecting the design chosen by the client,” notes Erdal Biberoglu, GKC Team Lead for the project.

Given the demanding schedule, which was dictated by the scale and complexity of the project, the team also had to address complex challenges, such as securing the large, perforated metal screen that clad the multi-storey car park and integrating the numerous strategies required to achieve the LEED® Gold certification targeted by Ericsson.