Penn State University’s Millennium Science Complex is the new home to over 300 researchers and staff for the University’s Huck Institute of the Life Science and Materials Research Institute. The impressive 297,000 square foot facility was constructed to LEED Gold requirements and tight specifications from special research requirements. The life science wing contains vivariums and animal research laboratories to support research on ecology and evolution, as well as smart prosthetics and new medical treatments. Innovative design and construction solutions were necessary to create quiet labs, clean rooms, and laboratories free from vibration and electromagnetic forces.
Details and Awards
Total Square Feet
252,250
New Construction Square Feet
252,250
Start Date
10/01/2008
Substantial Completion
07/01/2010
LEED Rating
Gold
LEED Cert Date
Approved
Address
Pollock & Bigler Rds. University Park, PA 16802
Owner
The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA 16802
Construction Manager
Whiting-Turner State College, PA 18804
Architect
RV Architects (PA), LLC New York, NY 10013
Civil Engineer
Perfido Weiskofp Wagstaff & Goettel Pittsburgh, PA 15219
