Steptura is beginning the construction of Nāst House
– a 31,000 sqm arena tailored for innovation and collaboration

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Steptura is now taking the next step in its major urban development project, Nāst Innovation Destination Torslanda, with Nāst House – a creative space for future talents and companies. This initiative will include a new building specially designed by the American architectural firm ShoP Architects to foster tomorrow’s technological advancements and innovations.

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The start of construction marks the next phase in the development of Nāst Innovation Destination Torslanda – a leading innovation cluster for knowledge- and research-intensive companies within automotive development, material technology, electrification, IT, and sustainability. Nāst House will create a dynamic ecosystem that benefits both employees and companies connected to mobility development.

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The project involves a complete transformation of Volvo’s iconic former headquarters, built in the early 1980s. The building will undergo an extensive renovation and be expanded by 22,000 square meters to become the hub of Nāst Innovation Destination Torslanda. Nāst House, the name of the building, will comprise a total of 31,000 square meters, including workplaces, collaboration spaces, an innovation arena, a gym, and a restaurant. The entire Nāst Innovation Destination Torslanda area spans 50,000 square meters and will accommodate 4,000 people. Here, collaboration between academia, research, and businesses will provide opportunities to shape the future of mobility together.

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“Nāst House is further proof of our long-term commitment to creating future innovation clusters. We see that these kinds of innovative environments attract talent and contribute to the development and innovative strength of companies. Nāst House will have collaboration spaces with a flexible layout and high ceilings to facilitate cooperation and innovation between various stakeholders,” says Jacob Torell, founder and business developer at Steptura.

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Steptura has collaborated with the American architectural firm ShoP Architects, known for projects with companies like YouTube, Uber, and Google, to design Nāst House. It will be a landmark building harmonizing with the surrounding nature. Interest in the project is at a record high, with over 90% of the building already leased.

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“The word around Nāst House has spread, and the architecture is truly world-class. We welcome everyone who shares our vision, and I’m excited that we can now take the next step in this important initiative together with our partners. We are creating vibrant places that strengthen the Gothenburg region and also contribute to Sweden’s overall competitiveness,” says Jacob Torell, founder and business developer at Steptura.

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Steptura also owns and develops the life science cluster GoCo Health Innovation City in Mölndal. Here, life science companies, healthcare, and academia meet to discover new solutions and pathways to sustainable ways of working and living.

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Facts:

• The first phase of Nāst Innovation Destination Torslanda began in Q1-2024 and includes the modernization and reopening of the former VHK building at Amazonvägen 10.

• The second phase is now starting with Nāst House, which involves expanding the building and developing it into a community open to more tenants and partners, with Volvo Cars as the first tenant.

• In addition to offices and co-working spaces, Nāst House will include collaboration spaces and an innovation arena covering 1,700 square meters, a gym of 1,800 square meters, and a restaurant of 1,000 square meters, among other facilities.

• Nāst House will be LEED certified, with the goal of achieving LEED Gold, ensuring sustainability and environmental considerations are central to the design.