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University of Mannheim Breaks Ground on Data Center
The University of Mannheim officially broke ground in March of 2025 on a €39.5 million ($42.5 million) data center in Germany. Designed by Wulf Architekten to accommodate the university’s IT department, the leading-edge facility will feature modern workspaces for up to 150 occupants. From a vibrant central atrium, a seating staircase with integrated meeting areas will connect all floors of the four-story structure to foster social exchange.
Hillsboro Hops Constructs Replacement Baseball Stadium
Hillsboro Hops is constructing a $120 million ballpark in the Portland metropolitan area to foster athletic excellence and create a vibrant fan experience. Designed by SRG + CannonDesign and Populous, this premier sports destination will provide leading-edge amenities and serve as a hub for community events, concerts, and festivals. The 229,000-sf stadium will accommodate 6,000 occupants for baseball games, with a total capacity of 7,000.
George Mason Opens Life Sciences and Engineering Building
George Mason University opened the $107 million Life Sciences and Engineering Building in Manassas in March of 2025. Located on the SciTech campus, the 132,000-sf facility leverages a central location in Virginia’s tech corridor to drive advances in research and education. The four-story structure houses growing programs within the colleges of Engineering and Computing, Science, Education and Human Development, and Visual and Performing Arts.
LSU Health Shreveport Plans Medical Research Facility
Louisiana State University Health Shreveport (LSUHS) will establish the Cancer and Cardiovascular Research Facility to showcase the institution’s innovative activities and groundbreaking discoveries. Representing an investment of approximately $50 million, the first phase of the adaptive reuse project involves the renovation of 60,000 sf in a former 160,000-sf department store to provide open labs, offices, education and conference rooms, and support areas.
Harwell Constructs Tech Foundry West
Harwell began construction in early 2025 on Tech Foundry West in the United Kingdom. This dynamic nexus is rising on the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus in Oxfordshire and will offer 70,000 sf of leasable laboratory, advanced manufacturing, and office space. Designed by Scott Brownrigg, the development integrates individual units within a flexible layout to ensure future adaptability to varying multi-tenant arrangements.