Laboratory design

For more than a decade, CO Architects has delivered collaborative laboratory renovations and office interior fit-outs for professors at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) in Pasadena, CA. These specialized facilities accelerate a broad range of research activities in multiple buildings. The repurposed labs and offices serve researchers in the fields of biology, bioengineering, neuroscience, and materials science.  CO Architects/Tom Bonner “These highly specialized laboratories serve as arenas where innovative ideas may be translated into reality,” said Andrew Labov, FAIA, LEED AP, Principal at CO Architects. “In addition, the labs are designed to provide engaging spaces to facilitate collaborative... More

Since 2013, CO Architects has delivered a series of highly customized laboratory renovations and office interior fit-outs for the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) in Pasadena, CA, to accommodate a broad range of research activities in multiple buildings. The repurposed labs and offices serve researchers in the fields of aeronautical engineering, biology, bioengineering, neuroscience, and materials science. By working as an integrated member of the contractor’s design-build team, CO Architects has executed design, coordination, and pricing activities, while simultaneously ensuring these complex renovations are completed on budget, and often, ahead of schedule.  “These highly specialized laboratories serve as are... More

Following our work with the Scarborough Health Network (SHN) on their Airborne Infection Isolation Rooms at the General Campus, SHN reached out to C& Partners Architects with an idea to build a clinical laboratory at the Sunnybrook Hospital Campus. This would serve as a much-needed extension to the existing Sunnybrook Lab while providing SHN the resources needed to conduct laboratory research and testing. C& Partners Architects C& Partners first conducted a feasibility study to determine if the intended location was sufficient for a new laboratory building of approximately 6000 sf. Working closely with staff, doctors, and directors from both SHN and Sunnybrook, C& Partners held several design workshops to determine the... More

Light-filled and open, the Undergraduate Teaching Labs put interdisciplinary learning on display. Ballinger designed the active learning and research facility for Johns Hopkins University’s biology, chemistry, neuroscience and biophysics departments. The facility is an addition to the existing Mudd Levi Biology complex that engages an adjacent lushly-landscaped garden. An expansive glass facade provides visual access to the garden from the classroom and lab spaces within, putting discovery on display to the adjacent pedestrian pathway. A student commons serves as the primary entrance from the existing building, and functions as a lounge and study space for students and faculty. Jeffery Totaro The project achieved LEED Platinum... More

Biofortuna were looking for an experienced lab fit out company with creative and technical ability to complete the conversion of the 16,500 sq ft empty warehouse shell. A specialist knowledge of lab fit out was critical to undertake this demanding project. It was a priority to create a positive experience for employees and visiting clients. Envision Images Lab Design and ConstructionAs a provider of molecular diagnostic testing the laboratory facilities needed to accomodate all the necessary scientific equipment and to allow for expected expansion. Klick’s design package included advice on the laboratory layouts and storage provision in order to create the optimum working environment with maximum flexibility. The lab spaces are... More

Extreme technology under the hood The Synlab laboratory is the largest medical laboratory in Central and Eastern Europe, designed using the BIM method with extremely complex and stringent requirements. By converting and extending the neoclassical main building of the former Hungarian Royal Budapest Customs Free Port in the area of the free port of Csepel, the client wanted to create an office and industrial building that meets contemporary needs. The extension of a classic building block is an exciting architectural challenge. Caption Modern building in a century-old industrial environment The Royal Hungarian Budapest Customs Free Port opened in 1928 after nine years of planning and construction. When it opened, it was one of the m... More

Background The Australian Road Research Board (ARRB) is the source of independent expert transport knowledge, advising key decision makers on our nation’s most important challenges. In 2017, ARRB moved boldly into the future with a new vision and mission leading the way. This mission is about creating knowledge for tomorrow’s transport challenges, and solutions for today. ARRB wanted to define their own strategies and create their own standards across their industry.   We understood the importance of this partnership with ARRB, to not only support the ongoing cultural and brand change process, but also to design and build an environment that will help to strengthen their position as industry leaders, creating a space tha... More