Marie Curie Building Crowned the Most Beautiful Building in Oss by Jury

Oss, 16 January 2025The Marie Curie Building at Pivot Park has been awarded the jury prize for the Most Beautiful Building in Oss, as announced during the prestigious ceremony held on Wednesday, 15 January. The expert jury highlighted the building’s strength through simplicity in design, achieving high-quality architecture with minimal means.

The jury’s comment: Located on Kloosterstraat within the thriving Pivot Park campus, the Marie Curie Building serves as a pivotal hub due to its strategic position, orientation, and height. Its prominence marks it as a beacon of the resurgence of new industrial development in the region. Designed by the architectural firm Proof of the Sum and commissioned by Pivot Park, the building showcases the use of sustainable materials both internally and externally, resulting in a modern-industrial structure that captivates at every scale.

The building’s facade is animated by deep incisions that introduce dynamism, while the transparent plinth and tiered entrance create a seamless transition from exterior to interior spaces. Sublime detailing and the use of warm colours further enhance the interior, delivering a complete and inviting environment.

The Marie Curie Building is not just a collection of office and laboratory spaces; it embodies a future-oriented vision where collaboration and innovation are fostered. As a multi-tenant building of this caliber, it sets a promising precedent for the continued evolution of Pivot Park. The jury’s report emphasizes that the building’s design encourages interaction and community, making it a cornerstone for future development.”

Meanwhile, the public prize was awarded to Bouwbedrijf Berghege and their office near the city centre of Oss, recognizing their contribution to the architectural landscape of Oss.

The Marie Curie Building, officially opened on 19 September 2024, is a significant addition to Pivot Park’s life sciences community. This state-of-the-art facility provides advanced laboratory and office spaces, fostering innovation and collaboration among biopharmaceutical companies. Its sustainable design and strategic location underscore Pivot Park’s commitment to creating an environment conducive to scientific advancement and growth. More information about the building you can find here. 

Pivot Park Captains' Dinner

10 years ago, Pivot Park opened its doors to the world. Thanks to your commitment, support and confidence, we have been able to grow it into the successful and innovative biopharmaceutical campus it is today.

Now it’s time to celebrate!

We are therefore delighted to invite you – along with all your fellow CEOs at Pivot Park – to a special night out featuring inspiring art, a wonderful dinner and lots of opportunities to network and exchange ideas.

Erwin Wurm | Am I a House?

For the first time, the artist shows a cross-section of his work, from Narrow Furniture to One Minute Sculptures, within the walls of a historic building. Villa Constance, a former home that today houses Museum Jan Cunen, is not only a location but also part of the conversation. Because what exactly is a house?

#100YEARSPHARMAFUTURE

The development of medicines in Oss began one hundred years ago. It was then that the foundations were laid for what would become a flourishing pharmaceutical sector in the Netherlands, leading to groundbreaking discoveries such as insulin and the anti-conception pill.

Today, the entire chain is still represented in Oss, from early-stage research to the commercial scale production of medicines. Working in Oss, we focus on the health of people all over the world. Employees at dozens of companies large and small put their heart and soul into new medicines, products and services that will improve lives worldwide. Together, our strength lies in our combination of broad knowledge about the development of medicines and a thorough understanding of the requirements of high-quality production.

This shared past and common values stimulate strong bonds among everyone who works in pharmaceuticals in Oss. We build on qualities, expertise and networks that go back decades. And with a wide variety of pharmaceutical companies, suppliers and scientific institutions all located nearby, we offer an attractive business climate and an excellent basis for international collaboration.

We are proud to work together to create a better and healthier future for all, a collaboration that in turn fuels growing employment: today, most pharmaceutical jobs in the Netherlands are in Oss. Here we connect talent and companies and stimulate entrepreneurship, while our expert employees are our most important asset. Their drive ensures that Oss has an influence on health all over the world.

Pharma in Oss offers endless opportunities to startups and talent in a city and region that is a joy to live and work in. We are committed to collaboration and sustainable and successful entrepreneurship. Oss’s pharmaceutical companies are intrinsically competitive while also being committed to quality and safety. This, plus their focus on new health solutions and contemporary technology, makes us a leader in our pursuit of a better life for people worldwide.