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
Scaling Lab Space with Purpose: Bigelow’s Takeaways
Marine Labs, New Builds, Construction
Scaling Lab Space with Purpose: Bigelow’s Takeaways
Marine Labs, New Builds, Construction

Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences’ new Harold Alfond Center for Ocean Education and Innovation exemplifies mission-driven, flexible growth, with a 25,000-square-foot expansion that prioritizes user-informed design, marine-specific infrastructure, and adaptable spaces to support evolving research, education, and community engagement needs

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Marine Labs, New Builds, Construction
How to Choose the Right Flooring for Your Lab
flooring, Webinar, Materials, Fixtures & Furnishings
How to Choose the Right Flooring for Your Lab
flooring, Webinar, Materials, Fixtures & Furnishings

An industry expert offers practical guidance to help lab end users choose the right flooring by focusing on performance factors, collaborative decision-making, and expert insights tailored to laboratory needs

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flooring, Webinar, Materials, Fixtures & Furnishings
Tips and Topic Ideas for Speaking at the Lab Design Conference
Lab Design Conference
Tips and Topic Ideas for Speaking at the Lab Design Conference
Lab Design Conference

The Lab Design Conference unites diverse lab professionals to share honest, practical insights and lessons learned from real-world projects—beyond polished success stories—to help attendees navigate every stage of lab planning, construction, and operation with actionable takeaways and meaningful engagement

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Lab Design Conference

Latest

Content
Boise State’s New Science Building Models Inclusive, Collaborative STEM Design
Academic Labs, Construction, New Builds
Boise State’s New Science Building Models Inclusive, Collaborative STEM Design
Academic Labs, Construction, New Builds

Boise State University is advancing STEM education with a new interdisciplinary science building—planned to open in 2029—that was shaped through extensive stakeholder input, strategic site selection, and a focus on flexible, inclusive spaces designed to support collaboration, accessibility, and growing student enrollment

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Academic Labs, Construction, New Builds
Just a Few More Days to Submit Your Lab Design Conference Proposal!
Lab Design Conference
Just a Few More Days to Submit Your Lab Design Conference Proposal!
Lab Design Conference

If you’ve led a lab project and learned something others should know—whether through a challenge, a success, or a lesson hard-earned—the 2026 Lab Design Conference is your chance to share it

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Lab Design Conference
South Jersey’s Aerospace Future Takes Flight with Topping Off of NARTP Innovation Center
Aerospace Labs, Construction
South Jersey’s Aerospace Future Takes Flight with Topping Off of NARTP Innovation Center
Aerospace Labs, Construction

The topping off of Building No. 2 at the National Aerospace Research & Technology Park marks a major step toward establishing South Jersey as a hub for aerospace innovation, providing state-of-the-art space for research, collaboration, and workforce development

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Aerospace Labs, Construction

Upcoming Events

Events
Webinar: Panel Discussion: Federal Funding in Flux: Lessons Learned and New Strategies for Lab Projects
Aug 14
Webinar: Panel Discussion: Federal Funding in Flux: Lessons Learned and New Strategies for Lab Projects

Register for this free Lab Design webinar for an expert-led follow-up on the past few months of funding and economic shifts—and learn how these recent developments are affecting lab construction timelines, budgets, and planning strategies

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Sustainability Considerations in Small Laboratory Renovations and Refits
Aug 19
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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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 Events

Events
Innovations in Design Tools Digital Conference
Jul 29
Innovations in Design Tools Digital Conference

Join Lab Design for the Innovations in Design Tools Digital Conference, where our speakers will review software options that facilitate better project management and team communication when designing, building, or renovating a lab

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On Demand Webinar: How to Build a Vivarium
Jul 24
On Demand Webinar: How to Build a Vivarium

This free How to Build webinar offers a comprehensive overview of best practices for planning and designing vivarium facilities—from high-level strategic decisions to the critical details that ensure functionality, compliance, and animal welfare

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Flooring & Walls Digital Conference
Jun 26
Flooring & Walls Digital Conference

Join Lab Design for the Flooring & Walls Digital Conference, which will cover the latest innovations in sustainable materials and finishes designed to enhance both functionality and aesthetics in a lab environment

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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: Steve Reynolds
Professional Profile: Steve Reynolds

Lab Design News spoke to Steve Reynolds, vice president of civil engineering with Original Survey Solutions, about his deep-rooted interest in land development, key moments that shaped his career, and the emerging trends influencing the future of lab design

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Professional Profile: Jamie Huffman
Professional Profile: Jamie Huffman

Lab Design News spoke to Jamie Huffman, science + technology project director at Taylor Design, about how his passion for ecology, design, and human-centered collaboration shapes his approach to lab planning and drives his vision for creating science environments that are both impactful and deeply connected to the natural world

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Lab Design Conference Speaker Profile: Dwayne Henry
Lab Design Conference Speaker Profile: Dwayne Henry

At the 2025 Lab Design Conference in Denver, Dwayne Henry of Montgomery College will discuss communication strategies, challenges, and collaborative techniques from an end user's perspective throughout the lifespan of an academic science building project

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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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