JLGA transformed a 7,000 SF hospital floor at Mount Sinai’s Icahn School of Medicine into a flexible, state-of-the-art research facility for the Department of Cell Development and Regenerative Biology, all while maintaining operational continuity. The design featured a reconfigurable wet lab, strategically placed along the windowed periphery to maximize natural light, along with upgraded spaces including microscopy rooms, a live zebra fish lab, and tissue culture facilities.

The renovation optimized layout for collaboration by positioning administrative and computational spaces adjacent to labs, while adding open work areas and a new conference room to expand the non-lab workspace. Aesthetic and functional upgrades included new ceilings, lighting, and flooring throughout.

Sustainability was prioritized with energy-efficient solutions, such as enhanced window insulation, LED lighting with occupancy sensors, and an upgraded mechanical system to improve airflow and energy performance.