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Nokia Bell Labs
Revitalization of the historic Bell Labs’ “Idea Factory” campus enhances collaboration and innovation at Nokia.
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Nokia’s vision for its Mountain Avenue campus, originally the site of Bell Labs’ “Idea Factory,” involved transforming underutilized spaces into a vibrant hub. The master plan, designed by HLW, honors the site’s rich history and fosters a unified, innovative environment. Features include a new café, a plaza overlooking a tiered amphitheater, and “Transistor Way,” a birch tree–lined walkway offering scenic views. The highlight is the tribute garden for Nobel laureates, featuring serpentine paths through green hills, designed as a serene gathering space.
Introduction of a café and plaza with an amphitheater for community engagement.
"Transistor Way" and cross-campus walk unify the site and optimize the landscape views.
A tribute garden for Nobel laureates provides a peaceful retreat and informal meeting area.
![Modern university courtyard showcasing a blend of natural and architectural design, with students occupying benches and tables beneath white parasols, framed by a lush green lawn and a multi-story academic building with brick and glass facade.](/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/HLW_Nokia_BellLabs_IdeaFactory_MurrayHill_NewJersey_Technology_Campus_Architecture_Landscape_Planning_2.jpg)
![Lush green lawn with symmetrical garden beds and circular seating areas punctuates the courtyard, surrounded by a cohesive blend of modern and traditional brick architecture under a clear blue sky.](/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/HLW_Nokia_BellLabs_IdeaFactory_MurrayHill_NewJersey_Technology_Campus_Architecture_Landscape_Planning_3.jpg)
![Modern building featuring expansive glass facade and asymmetrical rooflines under clear skies, with a pedestrian pathway leading towards the entrance, surrounded by minimalistic landscaping.](/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/HLW_Nokia_BellLabs_IdeaFactory_MurrayHill_NewJersey_Technology_Campus_Architecture_Landscape_Planning_4.jpg)