San Antonio College Science Building
San Antonio, Texas
Design team
Chris Narendorf (Principal); Misela Gonzalez-Vandewalle (Project Manager/Architect); Jayna Duke (Project Designer); Cindy Villarreal (Laboratory Planner and Designer); Davis Eubanks (Project Architect); Patricia Runge (Interior Designer)
The new Science Building at San Antonio College offers contemporary laboratories to support the college’s multiple science education programs with a focus on biology, microbiology, anatomy and physiology.
Because of the placement of underground utilities, the building was limited to half the site. In response, the team maximized flexibility of the labs with efficient design and by adding utilities to equip select labs for microbiology. Outdoor space was put to use with plentiful power stations, marker boards, and Wi-Fi.
The purpose of the building was embedded in every detail. Organized into seven labs and three prep rooms combined into a linear equipment corridor, the design centers on the students and employs strategies from research facilities. The corridor enables techs to prep materials while classes are in progress for efficiency of time and space. Labs were designed from the benches up based on student needs. Utilities were positioned to provide students with a clear view of the teacher at the front. The teaching space includes a sink, whiteboard and display screens for clear demos.
Additional Information
Associated Firm
Gessner Engineering; IES (Intelligent Engineering Services); True North Consulting; Coleman & Associates; Vaughn Construction
Capacity
400
Cost per Sq Ft
$821.00
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Interior category
Technology/STEM Centers
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