City-Scale Structures for Scientific Brains
Talk about cognitive design in the large! These research parks are city-sized environments designed to maximize the innovation and productivity of scientists and supporting knowledge workers. The idea is not only to provide a place to work but also a place to live, play and grow.
There are a dozen or so worldwide, some old and many very new. For a whirlwind tour check out this slideshow or the entire BusinessWeek article, Research Parks for the Knowledge Economy.
