The Need
Expansion of the existing industrial park by approximately 200 hectares.
The Vision
Implementation of a new concept for industrial park planning:
On one hand, a technological-industrial park that promotes environmental innovation and develops systems to enhance energy independence.
On the other hand, an educational-industrial park that serves as a knowledge hub, integrating manufacturing activities with educational and enrichment programs for both employees and the community.
The industrial park is envisioned as a regional living space that combines education, welfare, research, science, tourism, and public services.
The new park will accommodate up to 120 factories and approximately 10,000 new employees.
Noam Industrial Park is intended to serve as a pilot model for the development of similar parks across the country.
The Design
The planning was based on a strategic plan that identified key ideas and the needs of stakeholders in the area. After defining the concept and analyzing the current situation, the following core planning principles were established:
Creating points of interest within the new fabric: a visitor center, development of an existing archaeological site, a new exhibition space, an olive grove, and an olive press.
Integration of the adjacent forest into the park’s layout.
Ensuring continuity with existing urban axes and infrastructure.
Enhancing connectivity between the park and the city through pedestrian paths, bicycle lanes, and public transportation.
Designating public open spaces for science gardens, orchards, and industrial art installations.
Zoning for public buildings, a guesthouse, and commercial areas to optimally serve both visitors and employees.
Design guidelines for the interface between factories and the street, including exposing production processes to pedestrians (e.g., establishing zero setback lines to the street, display windows).
Flexible plot design by enlarging the basic module to allow for multiple configurations to meet evolving needs.
Synergy between factories by locating facilities that can support each other’s production processes, including waste reuse.
