Industry News

Pharmanetics Inc. recently moved into its new Morrisville office, a facility designed to create an egalitarian workplace and enhance workflow. The coagulation equipment maker wanted an adaptable space lending itself to work teams, group projects, and open communication. Based on a study conducted by Storr Office Environment, seating arrangements are based on work process with all cubicles the same size and layout, and no private offices.

Oracle Corp. has begun grading its Stanford Ranch site in preparation for construction of a second office building in Rocklin. Located in south Placer County, the 12,000-sf, 680-person data services facility will consolidate operations for the software giant when it opens next spring.

The Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has formulated a proposal to add a 90,000-sf addition to its main building on Longwood Avenue. The facility would provide space for laboratories, classrooms, student housing, computer labs, and underground parking.  

Catholic University has selected Sebesta Blomberg & Associates' Washington office to provide commissioning services for a 100,000-sf student union named Pryzbyla Center.

Having sold $97.2 million in bonds in July, Swathmore College will renovate its campus science center and build a 150-bed residence hall.