King Abdullah University of Science and Technology Inaugurates Dow Innovation Center

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) inaugurated the 145,300-sf Dow Innovation Center in May of 2018. Created in partnership with The Dow Chemical Company, the facility offers sophisticated research laboratories for creation of advanced technologies for water, oil, and gas processing, and the development of innovative construction materials and coatings. The project was designed by HOK and Kirksey Architects with Vanderweil Engineers as MEP engineer. The general contractor was Nesma & Parters. LEED Gold sustainable design certification will be sought for the facility, which is located in the KAUST Research and Technology Park in Thuwal. Construction began on the project in late 2015.