Edmond and Lily Safra Center for Brain Sciences Jerusalem, Modern Israeli Architecture Photos
Edmond and Lily Safra Center for Brain Sciences, Jerusalem
11 August 2021
Design: Foster + Partners
Location: Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel
Exterior view of The Edmond and Lily Safra Center for Brain Sciences:

Photos by Studio Harel Gilboa
Edmond and Lily Safra Center for Brain Sciences in Jerusalem
Inspired by science ? Edmond and Lily Safra Center for Brain Sciences in Jerusalem
Close up of the facade and canopy detail:

Situated in the heart of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, the Edmond and Lily Safra Center for Brain Sciences is a pioneering research facility for the scientific exploration of the brain. It has been carefully sited amid the natural rugged setting of the campus. Once the new tram link to the city center is opened, the building will act as a gateway to the university ? its dynamic social spaces and laboratory facilities are designed to attract exceptional scientists, as well as to foster an interest in the center?s research activities within the wider community. View of interior courtyard with the indoor trees. The building is arranged as two parallel wings around this central courtyard:

Spencer de Grey, Head of Design, Foster + Partners, said: ?Understanding the enigma of the brain is the most challenging endeavor of the 21st century and research in this area is vital to the quality of life for millions of people. This is one of the most innovat...