Designed by architect Peter Riepl, the LIT Open Innovation Center, sits southwest of the JKU campus, adjacent to the TNF Tower. In 2022, the LIT OIC building was presented with the 2022 Wood Construction Award, opens an external URL in a new window. Created as an interdisciplinary research center, the building includes an Industry 4.0 pilot factory, the LIT Factory. The building consists of prefabricated wood elements constructed atop on a concrete base. Starting on the first floor, the building is constructed of wood and only the staircases are made of reinforced concrete. The façade features stained wood lamellas designed to protect the large glass front from the heat and sun. The LIT OIC building is powered by solar energy via a photovoltaic system located on the roof. 

The building's large-scale glazing provides transparency both inside and out as well as a visual link between the workplace and the factory floor. The atmosphere is open, creating a unique indoor ambience that reflects the building's spirit and essence. At the same time, the open space supports communication and discussion for those working at the OIC, be it in academia, science, or industry. In addition to the ecologically-friendly construction and a progressive energy concept, the LIT OIC has quickly become integrated on campus as a new place to support interdisciplinary collaboration with industry as well as professional connections.