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The ultimate success of our efforts is the development of an environment that is comprehensive in nature and supportive of your identity, purpose, and R&D needs. With decades of experience designing and renovating specialized, technologyforward science and technology environments across private, public, and academic sectors, FCA delivers spaces that enable discovery and innovation. Our team of experts creates worldclass facilities, including medical and pharmaceutical research environments, quantum computing labs, vivariums, wet and dry labs, and device manufacturing, that solve critical challenges. We partner closely with clients and end-users to ensure that laboratories and their adjacent workplace amenities reflect each organization’s unique mission, while also exceeding functional, performance, and wellness goals. Our rigorous processes, meticulous attention to detail, and effective coordination with consultants ensure project delivery is streamlined, on budget, and on schedule.

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GSK Multiple Projects Nationwide

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o decades, FCA has partnered with GSK to advance workplace, research, and nments that support the company’s evolving business, scientific, and consumer Across headquarters, laboratory facilities, workplace transformations, and g efforts, FCA has helped GSK navigate growth, organizational integration, and working.

began with the design of GSK’s 208,000SF North American Pharmaceutical The Navy Yard in Philadelphia, where FCA helped implement the company’s strategy. This innovative workplace model replaced traditional assigned offices borative environments designed to support mobility, communication, and Since then, FCA has partnered with GSK on major headquarters projects, th American Consumer Healthcare Headquarters in Warren, New Jersey, and the Development Headquarters in Rockville, Maryland.

e workplaces, FCA has designed specialized laboratories and innovation centers mer research, product development, and scientific discovery. These projects umer Shopper Science and Sensory Labs, the Consumer Innovation Science ville, Arkansas, and laboratory facilities for ViiV Healthcare. Most recently, FCA ategic facility planning and research expansion initiatives focused on creating -ready laboratory environments.

Alexion Pharmaceuticals Multiple Projects New Haven, CT 193,000SF

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ce 2015, we have partnered with Alexion Pharmaceuticals on a wide range of rkplace, laboratory, and amenity projects supporting the company’s headquarters New Haven, Connecticut. Through multiple engagements, the team has helped xion adapt its facilities to meet evolving research, business, and employee needs ing a period of significant organizational growth.

e firm’s work has included laboratory expansions, workplace renovations, tenant onfigurations, and building-wide enhancements. Notable projects include an 00SF expansion connecting GMP and Drug Product Development laboratories, rkplace improvements across multiple floors, corridor upgrades throughout headquarters, and employee-focused amenities such as a company store, hnology support center, and expanded dining facilities.

rking closely with stakeholders through collaborative planning and visioning sions, FCA has delivered environments that balance operational performance, ployee experience, and organizational flexibility. The ongoing relationship ntinues to support Alexion’s growth and evolution as part of AstraZeneca’s global tfolio. 15

Almac Center American Headquarters Lower Salford Township, PA 240,000SF

FCA planned and designed Almac Group’s North American headquarters campu creating a flexible and scalable environment to support the continued growth of the global pharmaceutical services organization. Located approximately 30 miles north of Philadelphia, the 40-acre campus was developed through a phased mas planning strategy designed to align facility investments with business expansion.

The campus includes an 80,000SF headquarters building housing administrative regulatory, legal, sales, and marketing functions, alongside a 160,000SF GMP manufacturing, laboratory, warehouse, and technical services facility. FCA established a comprehensive development framework that balanced immediate operational requirements with long-term growth objectives while maintaining efficiency and cost-effectiveness throughout successive phases.

By integrating corporate, research, manufacturing, and distribution functions with a unified campus plan, the project provides Almac with a strong foundation for fut expansion while supporting the company’s mission in pharmaceutical research, development, analytical services, and production. 18

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ough multiple engagements, FCA has helped PepsiCo strengthen its global earch and development capabilities through strategic planning, laboratory ign, and workplace innovation. The partnership began with a comprehensive mpus planning and pre-design study for PepsiCo’s Worldwide Beverage R&D mpus in Valhalla, New York, establishing a long-term vision for growth, operational ciency, and cross-functional collaboration.

lding on this strategic foundation, the team designed advanced research lities in Hawthorne, New York, including a 38,000SF Biology Innovation Research boratory and associated workplace environments. These projects integrated phisticated laboratory infrastructure, sensory evaluation spaces, collaborative rk settings, and support environments tailored to product development, ckaging innovation, nutritional research, and consumer insights activities.

ether, these initiatives created a flexible and adaptable research ecosystem that ables PepsiCo to accelerate innovation, support evolving business objectives, and hance collaboration across its global R&D organization. 23

Confidential Client North East Headquarters Newtown Square, PA 378,000SF

FCA was engaged to design a new headquarters that reflects the organization’s m while creating an inspiring workplace for employees and a welcoming presence fo the communities it serves. As a leading provider of Medicaid managed care and o healthcare solutions, the organization sought a facility that would support collabo innovation, and employee well-being.

The 378,000SF headquarters is organized into two office wings connected by a transparent, two-story lobby that serves as the heart of the building. A central plaz creates a welcoming arrival experience, while expansive glazing and vertical glass introduce natural light throughout the workplace. The design establishes a strong connection between the building, its occupants, and the surrounding landscape.

Healthy workplace principles guided the project throughout, with an emphasis on daylight, transparency, biophilic design, and employee comfort. The result is a contemporary headquarters that supports AmeriHealth Caritas’ culture, encourag engagement among employees, and reinforces the organization’s commitment to people and communities it serves. 26

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BioHaven Multiple Projects New Haven, CT Yardley, PA 27,400SF

We partnered with Biohaven Pharmaceuticals to create workplace environments that support innovation, collaboration, and organizational growth across both its New Haven headquarters and Mid-Atlantic expansion office. Designed to accommodate a highly mobile workforce, each facility reflects the company’s entrepreneurial culture and fast-paced approach to scientific discovery. At the New Haven headquarters, the design emphasizes connectivity and teamwork through a variety of technology-enabled collaboration spaces, including huddle rooms, conference rooms, touchdown areas, and informal gathering environments. For Biohaven’s Pennsylvania location, the design team developed a flexible workplace strategy that balanced the needs of diverse user groups while prioritizing employee wellness. Access to daylight, sit-stand workstations, healthy materials, enhanced air filtration, and adaptable work settings create an environment that supports productivity, well-being, and continued growth. Together, these projects establish a cohesive workplace experience that reinforces Biohaven’s mission and culture. 30

Biotrial North American Headquaters Newark, NJ 70,000SF

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A designed the U.S. headquarters for Biotrial, a global contract research anization specializing in clinical trials and drug safety evaluation. The project was ven by the unique challenge of balancing transparency in clinical research with the vacy requirements of study participants, creating a facility that reflects both the mpany’s mission and public responsibility.

e 70,000SF, five-story facility incorporates administrative offices, laboratories, a armacy, volunteer accommodations, clinical trial rooms, recruitment functions, d a public café. The building’s narrow floor plates and extensive glazing maximize ylight penetration throughout the interior, while a transparent ground floor creates elcoming presence and visual connection to the surrounding community. A matic central stair and elevated bridge reinforce circulation and connectivity oughout the facility.

integrating clinical, research, and administrative functions within a thoughtfully signed environment, the project supports Biotrial’s operational goals while pressing the values of openness, trust, and scientific rigor that define the anization’s work.

Elm City Bioscience Center Office to Lab Conversion New Haven, CT 100,000SF

FCA transformed an underutilized office building in downtown New Haven into Elm City Bioscience Center, a flexible multi-tenant life sciences facility designed to support the region’s expanding biotechnology sector. The project advances New Haven’s position as a growing bioscience hub while providing emerging companies with access to adaptable research and workplace environments. The renovation included significant infrastructure upgrades to support BSL-1 and BSL-2 laboratories, improved building systems, and highly flexible floor plans capable of accommodating a variety of tenant requirements. Laboratory and office spaces were designed to evolve with changing research programs, minimizing future renovation needs while maximizing operational efficiency and building performance. Beyond the physical transformation, we developed a comprehensive branding strategy that included the facility’s name, visual identity, and environmental graphics. The result is a modern, cohesive destination that serves both as a center for scientific innovation and as a catalyst for economic development within the broader community.

Halda Therapeutics (now J&J) Headquarters New Haven, CT 7,000SF

FCA designed a new headquarters and research facility for Halda Therapeutics within the historic Winchester Arms factory in New Haven, Connecticut. The project combines advanced laboratory infrastructure with a highly collaborative workplace environment that reflects the company’s innovative approach to drug discovery. The 7,500SF facility integrates office and laboratory functions within a single open environment, accommodating approximately 24 employees and a laboratory equipped with 40 wet bench workstations. Significant mechanical and infrastructure improvements were implemented to support specialized research operations, while transparent glass enclosures create visual connections between research, workplace, and meeting areas. Strategic privacy measures protect sensitive digital information without compromising openness. Drawing on the character of the historic building, the design incorporates exposed ceilings, biophilic elements, branded accents, and flexible collaboration spaces that support both scientific research and company culture. The resulting environment promotes transparency, creativity, and engagement while positioning Halda for future growth. 43

Life Cell (now Allergan) Multiple Projects Branchburg, NJ

FCA partnered with LifeCell to implement a multi-phase master plan focused on expanding manufacturing capacity, improving operational efficiency, and supporting the company’s continued growth. One project transformed approximately 22,000SF of shell space into an integrated environment combining manufacturing, laboratory, warehouse, and administrative functions. A key component of the initiative was the development of a new clean room expansion suite designed to support tissue packaging and manufacturing operations. The facility incorporates modular clean room construction, specialized flooring and ceiling systems, and carefully controlled environments that meet stringent operational requirements. Additional project phases included pilot plant development, office renovations, shipping and receiving improvements, laboratory upgrades, furniture implementation, and future parking infrastructure. Through a phased approach, FCA helped LifeCell align facility investments with business objectives while maintaining flexibility for future expansion. The result is a modernized operational environment that strengthens manufacturing capabilities and supports the company’s long-term strategic goals. 47

Merck Campus Master Plan West Point, PA 390 Acres

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ged by Merck to update the master plan for its campus, one of the ee integrated facilities supporting research, manufacturing, distribution, and ion operations. The planning effort was driven by the need to better align existing ure growth, improve operational efficiency, and maximize the long-term value.

ucted a comprehensive assessment of facility utilization, reserve capacity, bution, circulation patterns, and operational relationships across the site. A proach informed recommendations for program consolidation, infrastructure roduct flow improvements, and strategic reinvestment. Detailed analysis of erns and manufacturing operations helped identify opportunities to unlock ty while minimizing the need for new development.

lan established a clear framework for future growth, including the consolidation ctions, improved access and circulation systems, enhanced open spaces, and cated development sites. By balancing operational needs with long-term vision, n provides a roadmap for creating a more connected, efficient, and resilient nment.

Regeneron Multiple Projects Sleepy Hollow, NY 27,400SF

As part of Regeneron Pharmaceuticals’ continued growth, FCA designed a new collaboration and conferencing center to support research and development operations at the company’s Sleepy Hollow, New York campus. The project was envisioned as a central gathering place that would strengthen communication, employee engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. The project included a new arrival experience, conference center, workplace environments, and employee amenities serving more than 500 staff members. Flexible meeting and event spaces were designed to accommodate a wide range of functions, from small team meetings to large-scale town halls and company events. Supporting amenities, including technology support services, hospitality functions, and security operations, were integrated to enhance both visitor and employee experiences. Through a welcoming and adaptable design approach, the facility creates a vibrant destination for collaboration while supporting Regeneron’s ongoing growth and commitment to innovation. The project serves as a strategic investment in workplace culture and organizational connectivity across the campus.

Quantum-Si Inc. Renovation Branford, CT 29,000SF

We partnered with Quantum-Si to create a new research and workplace environment that supports the company’s continued growth while advancing its mission of transforming protein sequencing technologies. The project brought together multiple research groups and operational functions within a unified facility designed to promote collaboration and innovation. Working closely with company leadership and scientific teams, the design integrated wet and dry laboratories, clean rooms, office environments, conference spaces, and employee amenities within a cohesive workplace strategy. The organization of space, material selections, and branding elements reinforce the company’s identity while encouraging interaction among research, development, and business teams. The resulting facility balances highly technical laboratory requirements with flexible workplace design, creating an environment that supports scientific discovery, employee engagement, and future organizational growth.

Yale University Multiple Projects New Haven, CT

For more than 27 years, we have maintained a trusted partnership with Yale University, delivering over 400 projects across the institution’s Central, Medical, and West Campuses. The firm’s work spans academic, administrative, laboratory, and highly specialized research environments, supporting Yale’s mission of teaching, discovery, and innovation. The team’s experience includes the planning and design of sophisticated research facilities such as vivariums, aquatic facilities, insectaries, microscopy laboratories, and advanced scientific research environments. Representative projects include the renovation of the Hong Tang Lab at the Malone Engineering Center and the development of Yale’s West Campus Imaging Core, where specialized infrastructure, environmental controls, and flexible laboratory planning support leading-edge interdisciplinary research. Across projects of varying scales and complexity, FCA consistently delivers researcher-focused solutions that modernize facilities while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations. This long-standing relationship reflects a deep understanding of Yale’s academic and research objectives, and our ability to balance modern workplace environments to support world-class scientific discovery.

Blackbird Labs Baltimore, MD 35,000SF

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BioHub is a 35,000SF life sciences incubator designed to support early-stage companies and scientific entrepreneurship. Backed by the Stephen & Renee ation, the project transforms former warehouse space into a flexible research at provides startups with the resources, infrastructure, and community needed to vation and growth.

nd a shared incubator model, the BioHub accommodates up to 120 occupants and boratories, an on-site vivarium, laboratory support spaces, offices, and collaborative ntralized research infrastructure, including tissue culture rooms, microscopy ave and glass wash areas, and shared utility systems, allows emerging companies isticated laboratory capabilities without the burden of building them independently.

braces the industrial character of the former bus depot, preserving its expansive sed structure, skylights, and ribbon windows while creating a highly functional ronment. 63

Quotient Sciences New Commercial Manufacturing Facility Study Garnet Valley, PA 43,000SF

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with Quotient Sciences to plan and design a new commercial pharmaceutical facility that would replace an aging production site and support the company’s ational goals. The project was driven by the need to improve production efficiency, ity, and strengthen compliance with evolving GMP requirements.

nt to the company’s recently completed clinical manufacturing facility in Garnet vania, the new development creates opportunities to consolidate operations hared resources across the campus. FCA led programming, facility assessment, hops, and pharmaceutical equipment coordination to establish an optimized environment tailored to current and future business needs.

acility streamlines production workflows, reduces operational redundancies, and nizational flexibility while providing a modern platform for continued growth. The strates FCA’s expertise in the planning and design of complex pharmaceutical environments that support both operational performance and regulatory 65

Confidential Consumer Pharmaceutical Company Transformation Study Richmond, VA

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CA supported the development of this new commercial pharmaceutical anufacturing facility, delivering a modern production environment designed to place an outdated site that had become constrained by decades of incremental pansion. The project focused on improving operational efficiency, product flow, anufacturing flexibility, and regulatory performance within a highly specialized oduction setting.

rough a comprehensive planning and programming process, the project am evaluated operational requirements, production workflows, and future pacity needs to create a facility capable of supporting long-term growth. rategic adjacencies between manufacturing, support functions, and workplace vironments were carefully coordinated to maximize efficiency while creating portunities for shared resources and operational synergies.

e completed facility will provide the client with a scalable and GMP-compliant anufacturing platform that supports evolving business objectives while hancing productivity, quality, and operational resilience. The project reflects CA’s ability to deliver sophisticated industrial and pharmaceutical environments at balance technical performance with strategic business outcomes. 67

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