University of Arizona Applied Research Building

The new Applied Research Building (ARB) is a very specialized, one-of-a-kind research facility designed specifically for UA applied research programs. This 89,000-GSF, three-story building has a variety of programmed spaces, including high bay payload assembly areas, a large-scale thermal vacuum chamber, unique research / customized laboratories, clean rooms, faculty offices, collaboration spaces, and conference rooms. Tracking to be LEED Certified.

ENR Best 2023 Project Award (Higher Education/Research). 2024 Structural Engineers Association of Arizona Structural Engineering Excellence Outstanding Project Award Winner. 2024 DBIA (Design-Build Institute of America) Award of Merit in Education Facilities, 2024 DBIA Best in Design – Architectural Award Educational Facilities, 2024 DBIA National Award of Excellence in Educational Facilities, 2024 DBIA Project of the Year in Educational Facilities.