Lab Design News

What does it take to create a state-of-the-art research space that attracts top talent and fuels innovation? Samantha Kreager, RID, NCIDQ, IIDA explores how a Midwest university strategically designed its new lab facility to stand out in a competitive landscape. From flexible workspaces to cutting-edge technology, see how intentional lab design is shaping the future of research. 📖 Read more here: https://bit.ly/3F9lKGT

How safe is your lab? How efficient is your design? The right choices today can shape the future of your workspace. Next week, on March 12, we’re kicking off a powerful lineup of digital events designed to help you enhance safety, improve efficiency, and drive innovation in lab environments. First up: Fume Hood Risk Mitigation—a must for every lab professional. 📅 March 12 | Fume Hood Risk Mitigation – https://bit.ly/3QyeAP9 📅 April 22 | Cleanroom Design Solutions – https://bit.ly/41jgF6g 📅 June 26 | Flooring & Walls – https://bit.ly/4h6X3Ze 📅 July 29 | Innovations in Design Tools – https://bit.ly/4bkpzF6 📅 September 17 | Casework & Furniture – https://bit.ly/3EWzXH9 📅 October 21 | Build, Renovate, Innovate: Countdown to LDC 2026 – https://bit.ly/418TZWo Which session will have the biggest impact on your lab? Share your thoughts below! ⬇️

Biotech Incubators: Where Science Meets Startups… and Maybe a Few Growing Pains? Biotech incubators are launchpads for innovation, but with great potential comes great… logistical headaches? From funding hurdles to lab space logistics, these hubs offer both golden opportunities and tricky challenges for emerging companies. So, are biotech incubators the ultimate petri dish for discovery or a pressure cooker for startups? Find out in Aline Charpentier’s article here: https://bit.ly/3QJmnK1

The push to deliver affordable lab space at market speed is driving interest in adaptive reuse — but not every building is suited for every lab type. At the 2025 Lab Design Conference, LPA’s Isabel Mandujano RA and Harshda Prasad, SE, along with DPR Construction’s Mark Seidl, will break down the structural realities of retrofitting existing buildings to meet laboratory design criteria. Their session will help owners and designers understand their options regarding different structural systems and make informed, carbon-conscious decisions. #changinglivesbydesign #labdesign #lifescience #adaptivereuse #structuralengineering #labdesignconference #labdesign2025, Lab Design News

Thinking about lab furniture & fixtures? Don’t just grab the first bench you see! Swipe through our quick guide for 5 must-ask questions before you buy. Want the full breakdown? Dive deeper here 👉 https://bit.ly/4imVpDJ

Designing Smarter Labs, One Digital Event at a Time From fume hood safety to cutting-edge design tools, these FREE digital conferences will challenge the way you think about lab spaces. Whether you're mitigating risks, optimizing cleanrooms, upgrading floors and walls, or revolutionizing casework, there's an event for you. Upcoming Events: 📅 March 12 | Fume Hood Risk Mitigation – https://bit.ly/3QyeAP9 📅 April 22 | Cleanroom Design Solutions – https://bit.ly/41jgF6g 📅 June 26 | Flooring & Walls – https://bit.ly/4h6X3Ze 📅 July 29 | Innovations in Design Tools – https://bit.ly/4bkpzF6 📅 September 17 | Casework & Furniture – https://bit.ly/3EWzXH9 📅 October 21 | Build, Renovate, Innovate: Countdown to LDC 2026 – https://bit.ly/418TZWo Don’t miss your chance to stay ahead of the latest trends in lab design. Which topic are you most excited about?

With an expected Spring 2025 opening on the horizon, seeing the new public health laboratory come to life at the County Operations Center in the County of San Diego has been rewarding for our project team! Recently, PMA's Tait Nelson spoke with Lab Design News to highlight the approach taken to smoothly integrate this unique building into the existing operations campus. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gkg2TvEH #lifescience #development #realestate #labspace

🚨 TOMORROW: Women in Lab Design Virtual Event! 🚨 Lab design isn’t just about blueprints and beakers—it’s about bold ideas, brilliant leadership, and breaking barriers! 💡👩🔬 Join a powerhouse panel of experts as they redefine innovation, collaboration, and the future of lab spaces. Whether you're designing the next-gen lab or just love a great discussion, this is where you need to be! 🎤 Meet the Speakers: 💄 Becca Hoynoski (DLR Group) 💄 Danielle M. McGuire, AIA, DBIA, LEED GA (Flad Architects) 💄 Lynne Cooper (El Sea) 💄 Elise Lontos (Group PMX) 💄 Natalie Szymanski, AIA, NCARB & Kassandra Garza, NCARB, AIA, NOMA (HERA laboratory planners) 💄 Amy Papas, Cintia Mistro & Simone Benvenuti (HDR) 💄 Stephanie Wood 📅 Feb 26 | 11 AM ET 🔗 Save your spot: https://bit.ly/4aykGrN Don’t just design labs—design the future!

🏗️💡 Imagine designing the ultimate lab—where pipettes never disappear, the air is always the perfect temp, and someone else deals with the paperwork. While we can’t promise that, we can offer you an All-Inclusive Pass to the Lab Design Digital Conference—where real lab design experts share insights that actually make a difference! Join us and upgrade your lab knowledge (no hard hat required). 🔗 Grab your pass now: https://bit.ly/3XcYH4f

🏔️ Headed to Denver for the 24th Annual Lab Design Conference? Don't miss this essential workshop! 🧪💨 Workshop: Validating Fume Hood Safety and Mitigating Risk 🗓️ Sunday, May 11th ⏰ 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM MDT (4:30 PM - 6:30 PM EDT) 📍 Denver, CO 👤 Featuring expert Chip Albright Ensure your lab's fume hoods are up to snuff with our hands-on safety validation workshop. Secure your ticket here: https://bit.ly/4gZfVto