Renovation of Richards Medical Research Laboratories

Philadelphia, PA

This is a pilot project for the eventual renovation of all of the interior spaces of this landmark Louis Kahn building. In converting the building's program from wet lab to dry, we looked for opportunities to restore the building's original design vision that became obscured by years of insensitive renovations and the realities of forcing modern wet bench science into a building designed 50 years ago.

Partner in Charge: Andy Wong

Lead Historical Preservation Architect: David Fixler

Project Directors: Matt Chalifoux and David Thomas

LeadDesigner: Bryce de Reynier

Project Architect: Eric Klingler

Architectural Designer: Owen Huang

My Role: Working collaboratively with David Fixler designing the interior architecture and systems(2010-2013)

Photos: Jeff Goldberg, Esto

Historical Photograph by Esto