The University of Pennsylvania had recently hired a researcher and promised him a lab for up to eight graduate students. The space available was in the historically certified Hayden Hall, where the dental school had its origins. The space boasts 25 foot ceilings and much natural light from tall 15 foot high windows.

The research taking place in the space consisted mostly of computer engineering. The work required shelving, lighting and an ergonomic design of the work surface.

The solution consisted of millwork with many curves, movable key board surfaces, and built-in lighting. The design continued motifs used by Holland Architects in the adjacent Neuro-Engineering laboratory.

Lighting was of particular importance and was specified as full-spectrum. Materials consisted of plastic laminate and wood trim. Colors were black, turquoise, and natural wood.