In the rapidly evolving life sciences sector, a laboratory is far more than just a space; it’s the crucible of innovation, demanding a thorough approach to its design and functionality. At Genesis AEC, our Lab Planning specialists understand that every square foot must be optimized to support groundbreaking research, stringent regulatory compliance, and the safety of your invaluable teams. We don’t just design labs; we engineer environments where discovery thrives. Using a data-driven process, we design thoughtful responses to people and science with creative and appropriate solutions for each client, project, and site.
The demand for specialized lab space continues to surge, with U.S. lab space demand experiencing quarterly growth, averaging 17% in key clusters like Boston, the Bay Area, and San Diego in recent months. This growth is fueled by increasing R&D investments and the expansion of biotech, pharma, and health tech startups.
Our approach to lab planning integrates cutting-edge design principles with a profound understanding of life science workflows. We collaborate closely with your scientists and researchers to define precise requirements, from the exact specifications for BSL-2 or BSL-3 labs to the strategic placement of highly specialized equipment like mass spectrometers, bioreactors, or advanced microscopy suites. We account for material and personnel flow, waste management, vibration control, and critical utility distribution, ensuring a seamless, efficient, and compliant operational environment. Furthermore, our designs prioritize flexibility and modularity, recognizing that today’s breakthroughs necessitate adaptable spaces for tomorrow’s innovations. As the employment growth rate for life sciences has increased by more than 15% since 2017, exceeding that of the tech industry, attracting and retaining top talent also hinges on providing state-of-the-art, well-designed research environments.
The complexity of lab projects, with a myriad of stakeholders involved—lab users and managers, company leaders, facility managers, health and safety experts, among others—often makes planning challenging. While each stakeholder may understand a lab’s purpose from their unique vantage point, they often miss the full purview needed to develop an efficient and effective lab space that addresses everyone’s needs. Our lab planners and programmers have that purview. Brought on early in the design phase, we drive significant cost savings, reducing the need for value engineering by right-sizing your space and utility requirements at the project’s onset. We intuitively predict and proactively circumvent potential lab design challenges because we understand the nuances of research goals and scientific pursuits. As a result, we’re able to deliver effective workflows and efficient workspaces that increase productivity and boost employee morale.
At Genesis AEC, we don’t just see and think differently; we work differently. Our leaders are experts in systems, people, and processes who have helped ‘write the book’ on industry standards (e.g., ISPE guidelines, ISO regulations, BPOG guidance, etc.) and have trained the global industry in design, compliance, and operations. Sought after for their ability to navigate the life sciences landscape, they lead with a rare combination of logic, intellect, and imagination, providing you with a distinct, competitive advantage and a long-term vision for your facilities.
A 38,000 sf interior renovation yielding new offices, R&D laboratories, and manufacturing spaces for gene therapy products. Genesis provided full interior architectural design, engineering design, construction management, and commissioning services.
180,000 sf R&D laboratory and office space fit-out including discovery labs, vivarium, diagnostic labs, with open layout promoting flexibility. Genesis offered full architectural design, lab planning, and engineering design services for this LEED Gold-Certified project.
New 150,000 sf cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing facility with multiple cleanrooms. Genesis provided comprehensive architectural design, lab planning, and engineering design services.
