“HOK’s design transforms the 12-story building into an open and collaborative environment that will support important research and facilitate the recruitment of new faculty and staff,” said David Schwartz, Regional Leader for Science + Technology with HOK.
The design updates the building’s facade, originally completed in 1964, with new windows and a “front porch” to create a welcoming street presence. The new lobby has been designed with a large video wall, reception desk, and small coffee bar, with a bioengineering maker space on the ground level.
Inside, the design prioritizes staff comfort, collaborative spaces, and areas for quiet focus. Each floor has a mix of open workstations, private offices, meeting spaces, video/phone rooms, and gender-neutral toilets. Strategies for accommodating the staff’s sensory needs include incorporating sound-dampening acoustic materials and eliminating visual clutter and distractions throughout the space.
All residents will share a large 12th-floor amenity space featuring a divisible conference room, lounge seating, and a pantry.
