The Calit2 building at UCSD is designed as an instrument of research to encourage partners to combine in unusual teams to make fundamental discoveries. As a result, one of its defining characteristics is a constant state of change. Every aspect of the building, designed by NBBJ and constructed by Gilbane, is inspired by this notion of change and exemplified through interconnected, ubiquitous, broadband wireless communication and the change that it enables. The building promotes the coexistence ­ indeed, the interaction ­ of opposites. The main mass is composed of a six-story office tower “backbone” resting on the foundation of a first floor in the shape of an “S.” read more