UMN Plant Growth Research Facility

Higher Education
Written By Eric Kassel

Details

Client

  • University of Minnesota

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Project Size

12,000 SF

Architect/Engineer

RSP Architects

Loeffler Role

Construction Manager at Risk

Market

Higher Education

A Cutting-Edge Environment for Plant Science

This 12,000 SF addition to the Plant Growth Facilities West Greenhouse District created a first-of-its-kind space for the College of Biological Sciences, combining advanced research facilities with a public conservatory under one roof.

Work was carefully phased around active spaces and required numerous mechanical and infrastructure tie-ins to connect the new addition to existing systems. Through thoughtful coordination, construction moved forward without disrupting ongoing operations.

The greenhouse includes four distinct biome environments equipped with state-of-the-art technologies and modern climate controls for temperature, humidity, and lighting, all fully integrated into the campus-wide greenhouse management system.

 

Meet the Project Team

Luke Capistrant

Ben Nordquist

 

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