Payette specializes in the planning and design of life science facilities that serve all aspects of research and development, working with renowned scientists at the world’s premier academic institutions and private corporations. Our depth of experience includes the full range of standard research spaces between wet and dry laboratories, as well as all of the specialized core and support facilities imaginable such as precision imaging, vivaria, cleanrooms and cGMP. We are well-known for exquisitely crafted architecture that creates an environment worthy of the scientific exploration it facilitates.
Tyler Perrachione, Ph.D., Associate Professor, BU, 2017The space is fluid. No one lab alone has all the expertise to move big science forward. That’s the future of biomedical research and the future of systems neuroscience research. This building puts BU at the forefront of these domains.
project spotlight
Boston University, Rajen Kilachand Center for Integrated Life Sciences & Engineering 134 kBtu/SF
High intensity academic research building that brings together life scientists, engineers and physicians. Designed for targeted flexibility to accommodate a broad array of research pursuits. With a prominent site along one of Boston’s most iconic boulevards, BU sought to create a transparent “front door” into its science and engineering precinct. LEED Gold Certified. Awards: BSA Honor Award 2019, AIA/New England Citation 2017
National University of Ireland Galway, Biosciences Research Building 143 kBtu/SF
The Biosciences Research Building provides high technology science research space dedicated to cancer research, regenerative medicine and chemical biology. Awards: AIA COTE Top Ten Green Projects 2016, BSA Sustainable Design Award 2016, AIA New England Merit Award 2017, SCUP Merit Award 2015, I2SL Go Beyond Award 2015
Harvard University, Sherman Fairchild Renovation for Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology 275 kBtu/SF
One of the world’s first biochemistry buildings originally designed by Payette in 1981, this renovation creates a new home for Harvard’s Stem Cell and Regenerative Biology Department. The new design dramatically increases the density of laboratories, while changing the fundamental relationship between bench-based and equipment-based laboratory space. LEED Platinum Certified. Awards: R&D Magazine Renovated Lab of the Year Special Mention 2013, I2SL Go Beyond Award 2016, USGBC/MA Stellar Energy Performance in a Lab Building 2013
Columbia University, Gary C. Comer Geochemistry Building 278 kBtu/SF
Highly specialized, one-of-a-kind geochemistry research building driven by a unique cross-sectional configuration. Highly efficient, low-impact design, with organization that increases social and scientific collaboration. Siting departed from master plan recommendation to minimize land disturbance and preserve trees. LEED Silver Certified. Awards: R&D Magazine Lab of the Year 2009, SCUP/AIA-CAE Merit Award 2009, BSA Honor Award 2010, BSA Higher Education 2009, IDID Sustainable Design 2010, BSA/AIA/NY & EPA Sustainable Design 2009, AIA Westchester/Mid-Hudson NY High Honor/First Honor 2008
Breakthrough Properties: Tishman Speyer/Bellco Capital Joint Venture, The 105 by Breakthrough 167 kBtu/SF
Complementing the robust, state-of-the-art laboratory space on the upper floors, the first two floors are designed to build a research community that reaches beyond the tenants and even welcomes the neighborhood in. Tracking LEED Gold.
Thomas Jefferson University, Caroline Kimmel Biomedical Research Building 130 kBtu/SF
The new Caroline Kimmel Biomedical Research Building will expand and consolidate Jefferson’s research capabilities for this growing institution. This includes programs in cancer and neurological research to facilitate inter- and intra-departmental collaboration. Tracking LEED Gold.
