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Air Liquide Research and Technology Center

Location: Newark, Delaware
The project was recognized for design excellence by the
Design Statement: Bernardon collaborated with Air
Liquide for the design of a “world-class” Research and Delaware and New Jersey Chapters of the American
Technology Center comprising 60,000 SF of renovations Institute of Architects. In addition, the project was
and an addition of 23,000 SF which allowed for a new featured in an issue of Buildings magazine as a recipient of
and dramatic architectural façade to face the street. The a Citation of Excellence Award for New Construction by the
transparency of the full-height curving glass wall along with publication’s Project Innovations Award Program.
the use of the exterior stone inside the building creates a
strong connection between the interior built environment
and nature. There is an abundance of natural light through
the use of exterior and interior windows as well as skylights.
The main corridor functions as a “main street,” encouraging
communication and collaboration amongst the researchers
and guests.

“The Bernardon Team was a great asset to the success of the project. From concept through

punch list completion, they were dedicated to designing a world-class Research and
Technology facility. They worked hard to ensure that we stayed within budget and on schedule.

—Lynn Byrd, Air Liquide USA LLC

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