The majority of the project was focused on interior renovations and included extensive upgrades to all research and teaching labs in the building. The interior design approach was developed in concert with University team to optimize functional improvements, aesthetic enhancement and improved long term maintenance and operational efficiencies.
Increased access to natural light and views leveraging borrowed light and incorporation of open office planning in administration areas was an important consideration. Other features include selective use of energy efficient lighting, and incorporation of writable wall surface a key interaction zones in the building to encourage collaboration.