LSY Architects & Lab Planners

10/28/2026

As an architect specializing in laboratory planning and design, I have a passion for creating environments that enable scientists, researchers. and healthcare professionals to do their best work. My role is to understand the science behind the space-how people work, how equipment and processes interact, and what is needed to create a safe, efficient, and adaptable laboratory environment.

Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to plan and design a wide range of specialized facilities, including biomedical research laboratories, pathology, cytology, histology, autopsy and grossing facilities. and vivaria. I have led the planning and design of a new pathology laboratory for Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC), as well as pathology-related facilities for the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI).

What I find most rewarding about laboratory planning is knowing that the spaces we create play a meaningful role in advancing science and improving lives. While I may not be the person making the next medical breakthrough, I take tremendous satisfaction in knowing that my work helps provide the environment where that breakthrough can happen for the people and research that take place within it.

10/16/2026

The ISPE Annual Conference is coming to our backyard, and LSY Architects is showing up in force.

If you’re attending, we’d love to connect! We look forward to seeing familiar faces, meeting new ones and making the most of this exciting event.

10/05/2026

At LSY, we’re proud to be architects who help create the spaces where scientists, researchers, and innovators do their incredible work. While we may not be the ones making the next groundbreaking discovery, we love knowing that the environments we design help make those discoveries possible.

And yes, we occasionally get excited about things like perfectly coordinated ceiling plans and a mechanical room with enough space for everything to actually fit!

Today, we’re celebrating the creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving that make architecture such a rewarding profession.

Proud to be architects. Inspired by science. Dedicated to creating spaces where discoveries happen.

Happy World Architecture Day to our colleagues, collaborators, and fellow design enthusiasts!

10/01/2026

10/01/2026

As part of a larger multi-phase renovation at the University of Maryland Medical Center, LSY was tasked with designing and constructing a new grossing laboratory. This new space was developed to replace an outdated and inefficient grossing lab that had been operating in a facility with antiquated equipment and layout. The renovation aimed to improve functionality, workflow, and equipment performance, ensuring that the grossing lab could meet the increasing needs of the medical center.

LSY’s work on the grossing lab renovation at the University of Maryland Medical Center successfully provided a modernized space that enhances workflow, safety, and productivity. The relocation to a newly designed facility equipped with cutting-edge technology ensures that the grossing lab can meet the evolving needs of the medical center and support high-quality pathological analysis.

09/10/2026

Project Spotlight: The renovation of this UMBC Lecture Hall focused on updating and upgrading the lecture hall within the Administration Building to meet modern standards for functionality, accessibility, and safety. The goal was to create a more comfortable, flexible, and technically advanced learning environment while ensuring compliance with the latest building codes and ADA requirements.

Project Goals:

Functional and Aesthetic Improvements: The renovation aimed to enhance the lecture hall’s functionality and aesthetic appeal, creating a modern, comfortable environment for learning and teaching.

Accessibility: Improvements were made to ensure ADA compliance, making the space accessible to all users, including those with physical disabilities.

Safety and Code Compliance: Upgrades to fire protection systems, emergency lighting, and HVAC systems were made to ensure the facility meets the latest safety codes.

Technological Integration: The installation of modern AV equipment, electrical raceways, and lighting upgrades provided the infrastructure needed to support modern teaching technologies.

The lecture hall renovation at the UMBC’s Administration Building successfully addressed the need for a more modern, functional, and accessible learning environment. With improvements to seating, finishes, lighting, and mechanical systems, the project modernized the space while maintaining the flexibility and infrastructure needed for future teaching needs. The renovation also ensured full compliance with updated building codes, accessibility standards, and safety requirements, creating a space that enhances both the educational experience and the safety of its occupants.

09/03/2026

Project Spotlight: The University of Delaware MRI Research Facility is a 12,000 SF, 2-story addition to the Life Science Research Facility. It expands human and animal imaging capabilities while strengthening research, training, funding opportunities, and faculty recruitment and retention. The project includes specialized imaging equipment and dedicated spaces for functional and small animal imaging research, supporting current and future studies in cognitive neuroscience, neuroimaging, and biomedical research.

LSY’s Role and Services Provided:

•Programming and Design: LSY led programming and design, working with the University to create a layout for human and animal imaging needs.

•Architectural and Engineering Services: LSY designed the layout, imaging rooms, and HVAC/electrical integration needed for MRI and imaging equipment.

•Construction Administration: LSY managed construction to meet schedule, budget, and University research requirements.

The MRI Research Facility significantly strengthens the University of Delaware’s biomedical imaging capabilities, supporting advanced human and animal imaging research while helping attract faculty and external funding.

08/27/2026

The Tulane National Primate Research Center (TNPRC) Animal Surgery Center is a state-of-the-art 6,000 SF addition to Building 21 at the Tulane National Primate Research Center. The expansion consists of a 4,000 SF advanced technology surgical complex and a 2,000 SF mechanical penthouse, designed to support cutting-edge research and surgery involving Non-Human Primates (NHP) for infectious disease studies and other biomedical research, including the AIDS SPF breeding colony.

The center plays a crucial role in advancing scientific knowledge and improving both human and animal health. It is one of eight centers that make up the National Primate Research Center Program, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and is vital for the scientific infrastructure supporting basic and applied research at the center.

This advanced surgical center provides the Tulane National Primate Research Center with world-class facilities that support their mission of advancing scientific knowledge and improving health outcomes. The new addition enhances the surgical capabilities for studying infectious diseases, supporting cutting-edge clinical research in primates. The addition of modern, flexible spaces, paired with advanced technology and a design that prioritizes safety, efficiency, and compliance, sets the TNPRC apart as a leader in primate-based biomedical research.