Lab Design
Broward County will soon have a focal point for research and discoveries that will one day impact all of humanity.
Skanska has signed a contract with the University of Connecticut (UConn) in Connecticut, USA, to construct the school’s new Innovation Partnership Building research facility. The contract value for Skanska is USD 88 M, about SEK 570 M, which will be included in the order bookings for Skanska USA Building for the first quarter 2014.
Northeastern University has announced plans to build a state-of-the-art interdisciplinary science and engineering research facility in Roxbury on Columbus Avenue. Scheduled for completion in fall 2016, the new complex will provide 220,000 square feet of research and educational space and is part of the university’s ongoing effort to expand its capacity to engage in path-breaking research across disciplines.
Today's laboratory designers understand that in environments that support complex tasks, workflow should dictate design, not the other way around.
To prevent indoor air quality issues after new construction or renovations
The most significant trend in modern lab furniture is the move away from fixed casework and lab benches toward modular benches, tables, and worktops.
Taking some time to investigate the lab’s operations to uncover inefficiencies is a key part of successful lab design. It’s important to note any complaints regarding lab ergonomics: benches that are too high or crowded, not enough space for computer-related work, workflows scattered around the lab instead of being concentrated.
What lab managers need to consider when beginning a project
A new design tool interprets hand gestures, enabling designers and artists to create and modify three-dimensional shapes using only their hands as a "natural user interface" instead of keyboard and mouse.
Four lab professionals share their experiences with major lab design projects and the lessons they learned along the way.
