Design new lab for testing of custom-designed chemical distillation systems.
Create workspace able to accommodate multiple people working with instruments, equipment, and a fume hood.
Required utility services including electric, plumbing, and mechanical HVAC be incorporated into the design.
Easy to clean, durable worksurfaces were a priority.
Project needed a budget-conscious lab designer, able to deliver robust casework, fume hood, and worksurfaces.
Early discussions with team working in the lab kept focus on important features including aesthetics, feel, and functionality.
Strategized lab layout, taking into consideration number of staff, collaboration, equipment and fume hood placement, aisle space, storage, and flow of work to ensure a flexible and functional design was in place.
Determined modular drawers were preferred; organization and flexibility were required to size an infinite number of compartments for parts, samples, and glassware.
Specification data and multiple worksurface samples were provided for testing with commonly used chemicals.
Several concept layouts with options were presented for evaluation.
Created an aesthetically beautiful, world class lab that was flexible, high functioning, and met all specifications and requirements of client.
Lab layout improved workflow efficiency with accessible, abundant storage and ample space for staff movement and collaboration, cleaning, maintenance, and safety.
Selected vendor with a long and proven history of providing high-quality, modular units, suitable for storing a variety of instruments and equipment, which could easily be reconfigured for future needs and growth.
Pre-testing of sample worksurfaces confirmed the viability of a less expensive worksurface option, saving cost.
Color selection was matched to company colors.
Through value engineering, working close with our suppliers, the lab was installed on time and within budget.
