Living Lab AIMPLAS jardín corporativo

In the heart of the Paterna Technology Park (Valencia, SPAIN), the AIMPLAS Living Lab corporate garden reimagines the role of corporate landscapes by transforming them into immersive educational environments. Conceived as an exhibition garden in an urban context linked to economic activity, the project connects innovation with landscape through a sensory and ecological journey.

The design stems from the idea of creating a labyrinthine path, gently detached from its surroundings to allow users to focus on a sequence of interpretive nodes with a hexagonal shape reflects the molecular structure of many polymers, creating a visual connection between the exhibits and the design of the pathways. These points of pause, nestled within Mediterranean woodland, function as stations of learning and reflection.

The walkway—elevated and lightweight—folds through the forest canopy, offering a dialogue between the geometric precision of the route and the organic richness of native vegetation. The design features continuous, barrier-free walkways with gentle ramps, accessible surfaces, and seamless connections that allow users of all abilities to navigate the space independently and safely. Architecture and nature coexist in tension and harmony, blending built structure with the surrounding ecosystem.

Throughout the route, capsules of information punctuate the experience. The path hovers above the terrain, preserving the integrity of the ground and existing flora. At night, a subtle linear light embedded in the structure traces the way forward, merging technology and landscape seamlessly.

The garden of 1.230 square meters comprises 1,051 plants across 26 species, selected to reflect Mediterranean diversity. Monitoring over the first year ensured proper adaptation. Native and non-invasive wild species were integrated and preserved, promoting an ecosystem in dynamic balance, aligned with AIMPLAS’s commitment to sustainable innovation.