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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Institute of Nanotechnology

SIZE OWNER
40.000 square feet Massachusetts Institute of
Technology
CONTRACT TYPE
Construction Manager at-Risk ARCHITECT
Perkins & Will/Shaw
(now Perkins+Will)

PROJECT DETAILS
Th e Institute of Soldier Nanotechnology was created to promote collaborative • We minimized disruptions allowed adjacent
research among mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry tenants to remain unaff ected by construction.
and materials science and engineering. Existing offi ce space was converted
• Astute planning accommodated ceiling height
into fl exible and customizable lab space featuring Phoenix controls, fume
restrictions.
hoods, a Nitrogen gas system, a Rodi and pH neutralization system and
compressed air systems. • Base building upgrades of all systems were
required to meet extensive MEP system
upgrades and additions within highly congested
spaces.

• Extensive planning to meet aggressive
construction schedule.