Named for Nobel Prize-winning biochemist Arthur Kornberg, the 283,000 square foot Kornberg Center research and development facility continues Promega’s culture of leading-edge scientific discovery. Nestled into a clearing and surrounded by woodlands, the interior takes inspiration from nature, scientific workflow and a culture of community. Specialized spaces include an exhibition space, multipurpose auditorium and fitness court, and a sound therapy room. 

The design form is reminiscent of a four-leaf clover with a four-story atrium at the center. Supporting wellness and fostering connection, the center’s specialized spaces include an exhibition space, multipurpose auditorium and fitness courts, sound therapy room, kitchen and dining, green house and outdoor courtyards, as well as an accessible rooftop landscape. 

Enclosed offices are omitted in order to encourage interaction. Ultimately the design places people at its core, creating an inspiring and welcoming environment with an abundance of daylight, fresh air, biophilic integrated nature and green space, and original artwork throughout.