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Skanska Completes Construction of Science Center at Portland State
Skanska has completed the Vernier Science Center at Portland State University in downtown Portland. Formerly known as Science Building One, the renovated six-story, 89,500-square-foot building will serve as a hub for STEM study and applied education, with labs, classrooms, and collaboration spaces.
“This project marks a pivotal moment for Portland as the region continues to establish itself as a hub for technology and innovation,” said Joe Schneider, Senior Vice President-Account Manager at Skanska. “The Vernier Science Center is set to become a cornerstone of STEM education with labs, classrooms, and collaborative spaces.”
In partnership with Bora Architects, the design process engaged Black, Indigenous, and students of color to ensure the design supported students’ needs while celebrating their cultural backgrounds. Skanska’s scope of work included a $62.8 million, three-phase project consisting of the demolition of Stratford Hall, an enabling phase to relocate existing research and lab services into neighboring buildings.
