In the wake of a global pandemic, organisations seek workplaces that help with a smoother, more efficient transition from work-from-home models to hybrid or completely onsite ones. This strategic shift is expected to tackle more than connectivity, space, and data theft issues, and address specific requirements like access to amenities and public transportation, and employee well-being and convenience, in addition to meeting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) credentials.
At Technopark, the leading IT hub in India, we understand organisations' evolving needs. We’ve built a modern ecosystem for businesses and their professionals that checks all the right boxes – from state-of-the-art infrastructure, connectivity, and easy access to amenities to sustainability features and connected technologies.
In this blog, we’ll look at essential building features that organisations are prioritising now and how Technopark campuses align with them, offering a mix of convenience, overall well-being, sustainability, and growth.
1. Physical Features
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Public Transportation Access: Easy connectivity from office locations not only ensures smoother commutes for employees but also supports sustainability goals by reducing dependency on private vehicles. Being situated near well-connected transit hubs is no longer considered a luxury — it’s a necessity. Even with a hybrid work culture that’s popular today, the convenience of reaching the office plays a crucial role in shaping workplace satisfaction and productivity.
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Sustainable Building Features and Operations: Sustainability has become a top priority for many organisations. Energy-efficient systems, green certifications, water conservation, and waste management practices are factors that businesses want to align their workspace choices and ESG goals with. Sustainable offices reduce operational costs in the long run, in addition to reflecting a brand’s commitment to climate-conscious practices. More and more organisations have recognised that a green workplace isn’t just good for the planet; it’s good for business too.
With rising EV adoption among professionals, several organisations are showing a preference for office locations with access to electric vehicle charging stations. Such amenities are becoming a smart addition to future-ready workplaces. They also reflect the shift toward greener commuting options.
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Car Parking & Shared Meeting Spaces: Car parking remains a key consideration for organisations prioritising ample parking facilities for employees and visitors. Many value access to shared meeting spaces, which offer flexibility, foster collaboration, and reduce the need for large in-house conference rooms.
How Technopark Delivers on Modern Physical Features
One of Technopark’s highlights is its excellent and convenient connectivity, whether by road, rail, or air. Technopark is situated on National Highway 66, with a spacious signalised entry from the Kazhakuttam bypass, allowing quick and easy entry into the campuses. The Trivandrum Central Railway Station is approximately 15 km and Trivandrum North is about 10 km away from Technopark. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is at an approximate distance of 10 km. The campus also has ample parking spaces designated for its growing community of professionals who may prefer to commute using their private vehicles.
Technopark’s commitment to sustainability is evident across some of its structures as well as practices. The twin buildings, Ganga and Yamuna, within the Technopark Phase III campus, are IGBC LEED-certified twin structures. Niagara, within the Phase III campus, erected by Embassy-Taurus TechZone, is a Gold-certified IT building. Ashtamudi at Technopark Phase V in Kollam is also a LEED-Gold certified building. In addition, Technopark has several sustainable practices in place, such as green spaces, rainwater harvesting, solar power generation, waste management treatment plants, no-plastic campus movement, EV charging station, etc.
The top IT park in Kerala also offers dedicated shared spaces for conducting conferences and meetings to ensure easy collaborations and discussions.
2. Human-Centric Features
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Onsite F&B, Fitness Facilities, and Daycare: The presence of cafes and restaurants near office premises, as well as fitness and daycare facilities, ensures professionals have their essential needs met on demand, without having to look at external resources that might be located at an inconvenient distance from their workplace.
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Access to Retail Amenities/Shopping Centres: Office spaces located near retail amenities or shopping centres enhance the overall employee experience, making daily routines smoother and workplaces more appealing.
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Building Amenity Space, Outdoor Amenities/Terrace, Indoor Air Quality: These facilities provide employees with the best workspace experience, such as well-being, relaxation, and better health and productivity.
How Technopark Delivers on Human-Centric Features
Technopark delivers exceptionally well on these human-centric features, creating a holistic workplace experience that today’s occupiers seek. With a range of onsite F&B options, from cafés to restaurants, professionals can easily access quality meals and refreshments without stepping far from their desks.
A clubhouse that includes a gym, swimming pool, and tennis and basketball courts, plus daycare facilities within the campus, ensures that wellness and family care are never compromised, catering to the growing demand among occupiers for convenience-led infrastructure.
The campus is also thoughtfully designed with open green spaces, outdoor seating areas, and terraces that support relaxation and informal interactions, aligning with the preferences of occupiers. Dedicated amenity spaces across buildings further reflect Technopark’s commitment to well-being, comfort, and productivity. Add to that the easy access to shopping centres and retail outlets nearby, and it’s clear that Technopark doesn’t just provide office spaces — it offers a complete lifestyle ecosystem for modern businesses and their people.
3. Digital Features
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Connected Technologies/Building Apps: Many companies today are exploring connected technologies and building apps for their office spaces to create smarter, more efficient workplaces. These tools help enhance energy efficiency and significantly reduce operating costs through automated systems for lighting, HVAC, and power usage, in addition to improving employee comfort, productivity, and satisfaction. Occupiers are also inclining toward sustainability goals and ESG compliance.
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Touchless Technologies: Post-COVID, the need to minimize physical contact and reduce the risk of germ transmission has become a priority for many organisations. Contactless entry systems, app-based visitor management, voice-activated elevators, and sensor-driven lighting or washrooms help achieve these by ensuring health and hygiene, besides offering greater convenience, enhanced user experience, and modern appeal.
How Technopark Delivers on Digital Features
Technopark is proactively focused on creating safer, more hygienic, and highly productive workplaces that meet the evolving needs of modern businesses. Its campuses offer robust infrastructure, such as fully backed-up power systems, uninterrupted water supply, and reliable HVAC and building management systems, designed to support efficient and comfortable working environments.
Recent developments, including the upcoming QUAD smart IT building in Phase IV-Technocity, and a prefabricated, sustainable building in Phase I, will feature advanced automated security, energy-efficient design, and sustainable, safe, and innovative workplace design that underscore our commitment to health, hygiene, workplace well-being, and employee comfort and productivity.
Technopark, India’s First & Finest Technology Park, Exceeds Occupier Expectations
Technopark is not just an IT park in Trivandrum; it’s a visionary tech hub that blends modern infrastructure, innovative business strategy, and groundbreaking tech transformations. It provides a platform for enterprises, big and small, to find growth and expansion opportunities while winning and retaining skilled talent.
The IT park’s strategic location and global connectivity, Trivandrum’s flourishing real estate, talent pool, industry-academia collaborations, and Kerala's potential as a GCC hub have all contributed to the rise of Technopark as a preferred destination for global technology companies and innovation-driven enterprises.
Technopark, a leading IT park in India, checks all the right boxes, signifying that it’s the ideal location for forward-thinking companies seeking distinct physical, human-centric, and digital building features in their workspaces.
To learn more about Technopark’s infrastructure and offerings, contact marketing@technopark.in.