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Lighting the Way for Pharmacy

Skaggs Pharmaceutical Sciences Center
University of Arizona College of Pharmacy
Tucson, AZ

The reimagined Pharmaceutical Sciences Center brings flexibility to both formal and casual meeting zones—providing spaces for cutting-edge education, research, and training.
A variety of building massing and zoning options were explored to maximize the amount of biology and chemistry labs and improve the overall efficiency of the building as well as the character of the spaces.
This 20,500 sf addition and 10,700 sf renovation project pushes the school of pharmacy’s dedicated lab space past industry averages by nearly 20 percent, including new chemistry and biology labs.
Natural light is a focal point of the design. Programmatic connections are made through thoughtful use of glass—interior partitions and exterior fenestrations—between group spaces, labs, and the outdoors.
Color is strategically used throughout as a wayfinding strategy to distinguish new lab space and give each its own character.
Exterior circulation and gathering places feature traditional medicinal desert plantings, which not only contribute to the campus arboretum tour but also inform the simple material and color palette used throughout the project.
The inclusion of innovative gathering and support spaces add to the collective environment and encourage idea sharing. Lobby areas feature break-out seating for impromptu meetings with adjacent conference rooms for more formal appointments.
Shepley Bulfinch is the design architect and lab planner, partnering with GLHN Architects and Engineers.

Meet the Team

Angela Watson, FAIA, LEED AP

Angela Watson, FAIA, LEED AP

President and CEO

Angela focuses on creating environments that support people in learning, teaching, and collaborating. Her passion for teaching in both the classroom and studio makes her a leader who fosters a collaborative team process that elevates all members to their full potential.

Alison Rainey, AIA

Alison Rainey, AIA

Principal

An award-winning architect and Principal at Shepley Bulfinch, Alison Rainey leads the design of environments for living, learning, and well-being across the United States.

Luke Voiland, AIA, LEED AP

Luke Voiland, AIA, LEED AP

Managing Principal

Luke oversees both practice and market strategy nationally for the firm. He brings an inquisitive approach to the design process while advocating for design responses that create responsive, collaborative environments. 

Nathaniel Finley, AIA, LEED AP

Nathaniel Finley, AIA, LEED AP

Associate Principal

Nat is a versatile Project Manager whose integrated, holistic approach to design and delivery make him a sought after leader. Throughout his career, he has navigated complexities associated with large-scale projects and complicated renovations.

Sonja Bochart, IIDA, LEED AP, LEED AP BD&C, WELL AP, LFA

Sonja Bochart, IIDA, LEED AP, LEED AP BD&C, WELL AP, LFA

Director

Sonja leads Lens using regenerative, living-systems strategies to advance well-being, place, and community, driving meaningful impact and transformative change for people, projects, and organizations.

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