Building of the Day: Vagelos Innovation Laboratories

The first purpose-built, all-electric academic research lab building in New York City, the Vagelos Innovation Laboratories expands Columbia University’s research capacity with laboratory and office space. Designed to use significantly less energy than similar buildings of its kind, the Vagelos Innovation Laboratories performs 30% more efficiently than the ASHRAE 90.1 2010 standard and outperforms the emission limits set by New York City’s Local Law 97. The project aligns with the University’s Plan 2030 climate goals to introduce no new fossil fuel infrastructure into campus buildings. Rising eight stories, the building houses biomedical research and lab facilities, as well as symposium and community engagement spaces.

Architect: KPF

Meeting location will be emailed to registered attendees the day before the tour. 

[Please note: this tour is accessible by wheelchair.]

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