Renovation with uninterrupted research activity? Challenges and solutions

After maxing out operational efficiency in a 45-year-old vivarium, a major renovation was needed to unlock next-level performance for Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. The big challenge was to maintain research studies uninterrupted throughout the project, and in this presentation, Sai Tummala provides hard-won renovation wisdom to guide other institutions in similar initiatives. He provides insights gleaned from a collaborative approach, and the combination of assessment, design drivers, phasing, and innovative temporary housing solutions that delivered success. He profiles the resulting facility capacity and capabilities, smart and creative options for budget constraints, and decisions on current and future flexibility.