LMU Life Sciences Building: Innovative, Sustainable, and Collaborative

Loyola Marymount University's Life Sciences Building: A New Campus Aesthetic Standard

CO Architects, a leading architectural firm, has designed Loyola Marymount University's (LMU) first new building under the Campus Master Plan, the Life Sciences Building. This interdisciplinary facility for biology, chemistry, and natural science is a modern building that sets new campus aesthetic standards. The science center contains teaching laboratories, lab support space, faculty offices, classrooms, shared public spaces, a 280-seat auditorium serving the entire campus, and a 272-vehicle subterranean parking structure.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Sustainability, and Connectivity: The Project Objectives

The Life Sciences Building project's primary objectives were to achieve interdisciplinary collaboration, sustainability, and connectivity. The design process was informed by these objectives, resulting in a prominent campus building that will serve as a teaching tool. The project is targeting LEED Silver certification and incorporates Labs 21 environmental performance criteria into the design. The building design promotes sustainability by using energy-efficient systems, water conservation, and using locally sourced materials.

A Teaching Tool: The Life Sciences Building

The Life Sciences Building is an innovative and collaborative environment that fosters interdisciplinary learning, research, and discovery. The building's design incorporates various features, including flexible laboratory spaces, lecture halls, and interactive spaces that promote collaboration among students and faculty. The building's design also includes shared public spaces that encourage interaction and socialization, creating an environment that enhances the student experience.

The Future of LMU's Campus: The Life Sciences Building

The Life Sciences Building is a significant addition to Loyola Marymount University's campus, setting new standards for modern, interdisciplinary facilities. The building's design and features promote interdisciplinary collaboration, sustainability, and connectivity, making it a valuable teaching tool for students and faculty. It is a representation of LMU's commitment to providing innovative and collaborative learning environments for its students, and it will undoubtedly inspire future building projects on the campus.

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