Congratulations to all the finalists! We are excited to meet the innovators and entrepreneurs who are shaping Boston at the BostInno event at the Seaport District. In reading through the list of companies and individuals in the various categories, we were simply floored at the range of creativity and discovery that is taking place here […]
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Mark Reed a Panelist for NAIOP’s Lab Investment & Development 101 Program
Mark Reed joined Bill Kane (BioMed Realty Trust), Etchell Cordero (Ironwood Pharmaceuticals) and Greg Lucas (CBRE) as an expert panelist for NAIOP’s Lab Investment and Development 101 Program held on October 23rd. Mark gave an architect’s perspective on trends and factors for developing leased laboratory space. The lively event featured the panelists in Red Sox […]
LAB named 50 on Fire Design Finalist
To learn more about BostInno’s 50 on Fire and our nomination, click here.
What is a Lab Building?
In preparation for a panel discussion, I was recently asked, “What are the key features that distinguishes a laboratory building from an office building?” It is a good question because more often than not the buildings we work in have many, but not all, of the key attributes of a good lab building. The following […]
New Photography of LAB Projects
LAB has been busy this year and several project have recently been completed: Warp Drive Bio; William James Hall, Harvard University ; Idenix Pharmaceuticals; and 700 Main Street, Cambridge MITIMCo Investment Management.
E-Ink Technical and Innovation Center in Billerica, MA opens
LAB programmed and designed the research laboratory space for E Ink’s corporate and R&D headquarters in Bellerica, MA. Moving from a series of offices in Cambridge, the manufacturer of electronic inks expanded its research capabilities with its renovation of a two story complex. Read more about the project in E-Ink’s Press Release. Learn more about […]
Recently Completed: Warp Drive Bio, LLC
Recently completed, the 20,000 sf renovation for a ground-breaking biotechnology firm reflectes in its design the excitement and speed of development in drug discovery that this new company engenders. See the new photographs and learn more about the project .
Integrated Science for the Small College
We recently completed a study for a local college to bring better science education to the small college. On the heels of Massachusetts’ Governor Duval Patrick’s recently announced commitment to providing greater funding for science labs at the local college and community college level, such a study has increased importance. Massachusetts and the Boston-Cambridge area […]
Innovations in Teaching Labs
Nearly 20 years ago, as a young designer at Payette, I had the opportunity focus on the design the teaching laboratories for Vanderbilt University’s new chemistry building. It gives me great pride to know that the innovations that we achieved in those designs have become the model for nearly all the organic chemistry teaching labs […]
New Photographs of Harvard Renovation
The renovation of the 10th floor of Harvard University’s William James Hall provides laboratory, office and teaching space for the Department of Psychology. Taking advantage of natural light and sweeping views, the design combines state-of-the-art technology with a focus on the historical importance of the Minuoru Yamasaki-designed building. See the new photographs and learn more […]
