As interest in Florida A&M University’s entomology program flourished, the university needed a building to accommodate its continued growth. In a joint venture, we helped design the Entomology Building, a responsive, collaborative, and creative learning environment for scientists, students, and agricultural industry leaders.

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With the creation of a multi-functional academic research center as a top priority for the school, we focused on creating a space that could reach the fundamental goals of advancing knowledge, resolving complex issues, and empowering citizens and communities, while providing a student-centered environment.

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Addressing the critical needs for entomological teaching, research, and education, this new 70,000 square foot facility will include state-of-the-art laboratories, greenhouses, smart classrooms, conference rooms, private offices, a 200-seat auditorium, and a working museum to house one of the world’s largest mayfly research collections and one of the Southeast’s largest aquatic insect collections.

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The development of the Entomology Building is currently pending grant funding from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).