Duke University Renovation Transforms Basement Space Into Brain Institute
This 11,000-sq-ft renovation transformed an outmoded basement mechanical space into a light-filled workspace for the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences. The project included decommissioning four chillers and piping; upfitting the mechanical room; and upfitting the remaining space. The re-imagined space draws visitors in through a glass cube at ground level that provides vertical transportation and a light shaft for the underground facility. The program includes collision/team space, wet labs, education space and offices. Materials included acoustical wood paneling, a terrazzo floor and garage doors to divide the space.