Join us for
the 25th annual Lab Design Conference in 2026!

We’ll see you in Orlando on May 11-14 at the leading business conference
for lab design professionals to learn about sustainable design, industry trends, and more

Featured

Content
Advancing Efficiency in Laboratory Design: Actionable Insights from NREL
Lab Design Conference, Sustainability, Government Labs
Advancing Efficiency in Laboratory Design: Actionable Insights from NREL
Lab Design Conference, Sustainability, Government Labs

In the closing session of the 2025 Lab Design Conference, experts from NREL highlighted how the Smart Labs framework offers a practical path to significantly reduce laboratory energy use—without sacrificing safety—through data-driven ventilation strategies, stakeholder collaboration, and continuous operational improvement

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Lab Design Conference, Sustainability, Government Labs
Webinar Preview: How to Build an Adaptable Lab
Webinar, How to Build
Webinar Preview: How to Build an Adaptable Lab
Webinar, How to Build

Register for Lab Design’s free October 8 webinar, "How to Build an Adaptable Lab," to hear industry experts share practical strategies for creating flexible, future-ready research spaces

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Webinar, How to Build
What’s Ahead: 2026 Lab Design Conference Agenda Unveiled
Lab Design Conference
What’s Ahead: 2026 Lab Design Conference Agenda Unveiled
Lab Design Conference

View the agenda for the 2026 Lab Design Conference, taking place May 11–14 in Orlando, FL—early bird tickets are available through December 31

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Lab Design Conference

Latest

Content
Fire Safety Concerns in Laboratory Design
Fire Safety, Safety, Features
Fire Safety Concerns in Laboratory Design
Fire Safety, Safety, Features

Fire safety in laboratories requires holistic, intentional design that integrates code compliance, hazard mitigation, resilient infrastructure, and support for staff preparedness to prevent, contain, and respond to incidents while protecting people, research, and operations

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Fire Safety, Safety, Features
From Call Center to State-of-the-Art Laboratory
Construction, Manufacturing Labs, Aerospace Labs, Retrofits
From Call Center to State-of-the-Art Laboratory
Construction, Manufacturing Labs, Aerospace Labs, Retrofits

QualiChem is putting $9 million into a new 48,550-sf headquarters and laboratory in Virginia, uniting its office and lab operations to enhance collaboration, free up manufacturing space, and drive growth in aerospace, medical device, and automotive sectors

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Construction, Manufacturing Labs, Aerospace Labs, Retrofits
KC Water Expands Laboratory for the Next Generation of Testing
Expansions, water systems, Government Labs
KC Water Expands Laboratory for the Next Generation of Testing
Expansions, water systems, Government Labs

The KC Water laboratory, which has served as Kansas City’s hub for water quality testing for over 30 years, is undergoing a phased expansion and renovation to increase testing capacity, improve safety and workflows, integrate staff-driven design, ensure uninterrupted operations, and incorporate sustainable, future-ready infrastructure that positions the facility to meet evolving regulatory and technological demands

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Expansions, water systems, Government Labs

Upcoming Events

Events
Webinar: How to Build an Adaptable Lab
Oct 8
Webinar: How to Build an Adaptable Lab

Register for this free webinar from Lab Design to discover how industry experts are guiding teams through the full lifecycle of adaptable labs—covering flexibility, AI, robotics, modular systems, and practical strategies to ensure facilities evolve with changing science

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Lab Design Digital Conference: Counting Down to LDC 2026
Oct 21
Lab Design Digital Conference: Counting Down to LDC 2026

As we prepare for the 2026 Lab Design Conference, join Lab Design for this digital event which will present a deep dive into the essential aspects of laboratory design, construction, renovation, and furnishing

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HVAC Design for a Sustainable Lab Digital Conference
Nov 19
HVAC Design for a Sustainable Lab Digital Conference

Join Lab Design for the HVAC Design for a Sustainable Lab Digital Conference, and discover how to effectively integrate HVAC systems into lab design and construction and plan for their future operation and maintenance

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On-Demand Events

Events
On Demand Webinar: How to Build a Sustainable Automated Lab
Sep 25
On Demand Webinar: How to Build a Sustainable Automated Lab

This webinar will explore how to incorporate the rapid advancements in lab automation and AI into the physical and operational requirements of research facilities—highlighting core design principles, infrastructure needs, sustainability strategies, and lessons learned to help create flexible, future-ready labs

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Casework & Furniture Digital Conference
Sep 17
Casework & Furniture Digital Conference

Join Lab Design for the Casework and Furniture Digital Conference, which will provide valuable insights into creating lab spaces that meet the diverse needs of scientists and researchers while maintaining aesthetic appeal

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On Demand Webinar: Sustainability Considerations in Small Laboratory Renovations and Refits
Aug 19
On Demand Webinar: Sustainability Considerations in Small Laboratory Renovations and Refits

Register for this free Lab Design webinar to discover a practical, flexible approach to sustainability for fast-paced lab renovations, and learn how to set clear goals, drive innovation, and deliver meaningful results—without relying on third-party rating systems

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Project Profiles

Content
Project Profile: The Applied Research Center at Florida Polytechnic University
Project Profile: The Applied Research Center at Florida Polytechnic University

The Applied Research Center (ARC) at Florida Polytechnic University is a 95,000-sf hub for innovation and collaboration, featuring flexible research spaces, teaching labs, and sustainability-focused design that supports the university's growth while fostering industry partnerships and connectivity across campus

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Office to Lab Conversion for the University of Toronto’s Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Office to Lab Conversion for the University of Toronto’s Temerty Faculty of Medicine

Lab Design News spoke to Jay Deshmukh, OAA MRAIC, an associate principal at Arcadis who was the project manager and design lead on the project, and Tiina Hubel, OAA, MRAIC, a senior associate at Arcadis who worked as a project architect

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Project Profile: University of California Irvine, Medical Education Building
Project Profile: University of California Irvine, Medical Education Building

Gensler recently completed a renovation of the Medical Education Building at University of California Irvine which spanned multiple project types including an anatomy lab, Active Learning Center, student lounge, classrooms, and offices

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Professional Profiles

Content
Professional Profile: Hadiza Djibring
Professional Profile: Hadiza Djibring

Lab Design News spoke to Hadiza Djibring, lab planner with HDR in New York, about the latest trends in design-build, her favorite piece of architecture, and helpful advice for new lab planners

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Professional Profile: Cody Ferguson
Professional Profile: Cody Ferguson

Lab Design News spoke to Cody Ferguson, laboratory planner with HERA Laboratory Planners, about the importance of active listening, his expansive home library, and how crucial the use of color is in a lab space

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Professional Profile: Matt Malone
Professional Profile: Matt Malone

Lab Design News spoke to Matt Malone, science and technology practice leader at Perkins&Will, about how his multidisciplinary experience—from architect to developer—shapes his holistic approach to lab planning, fuels his commitment to end-user collaboration

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Op-Ed

Content
Design Like a J.E.D.I.: Silent Heroes, Still Waiting: How Mitochondrial DNA Is Giving a Voice to the Missing and Hope to the Families Left Behind
Design Like a J.E.D.I.: Silent Heroes, Still Waiting: How Mitochondrial DNA Is Giving a Voice to the Missing and Hope to the Families Left Behind

To support the vital work of recovering, identifying, and honoring the remains of missing servicemembers through advanced DNA analysis, forensic laboratories must be purpose-built to enable the precise, contamination-free processing of ancient and mitochondrial DNA—making thoughtful lab design an essential foundation for reuniting families with those lost to war

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Design Like a J.E.D.I.: You Belong Here—How Courage, Representation, and Leadership Create Space for Us All
Design Like a J.E.D.I.: You Belong Here—How Courage, Representation, and Leadership Create Space for Us All

Dr. Shamika Kelley is transforming New Orleans' forensic lab not only through empathetic leadership and wellness-focused culture, but by directly influencing the physical lab space—expanding staff capacity, bringing DNA analysis in-house with advanced equipment, and ensuring the layout supports both operational excellence and human-centered design

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The Best—and Worst—of Times
The Best—and Worst—of Times

Effective job site meetings—though often disliked—are essential for coordinating complex construction projects, helping all subcontractors anticipate delays, voice concerns, and avoid costly consequences through early, candid communication

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