The Conference Center & Collaborative Research Center is designed be both warm and inviting, and offer a strong sense of arrival. Subtle curves and pilasters recall prominent academic institutions, communicating CSHL’s stature and commitment to scientific excellence. The buildings’ forms and materials reflect styles seen across the campus to seamlessly integrate both buildings while embodying CSHL’s commitment to architectural excellence.

The 53,500-square-foot, U-shaped Conference Center includes guest rooms, a meeting room, guest laundry, and luggage storage. Visitors are welcomed by an open, daylit lobby and reception area that doubles as an events space. Connected to it by a pedestrian underpass, the 32,500-square-foot Collaborative Research Center includes more guest rooms, as well as studio and two-bedroom apartments for longer stays. The design also features two small meeting rooms and guest laundry. Both buildings enjoy direct access to a Visiting Scientists Quad, creating a campus-like feel within, and providing additional opportunities for knowledge to cross borders.