studioHuB architects ltd. engaged in a renewal project at UBC, renovating the old 1,400 SF chemistry lab and focusing on creating a new flexible and resilient space. The room was reconfigured to maximize usable space and was re-plumbed to include gas turrets for student use. The teacher's station was also reoriented based on modern learning environments. Efficient LED lights replaced the existing lighting and ceiling.

The new furniture and storage spaces are innovative and multi-functional. Existing fixed cabinets were removed and replaced with mobile units, which doubled as seating. Chalkboard paint was implemented on the new storage cabinets to allow writing directly on the millwork. Universal accessibility also played a large role in the lab's configuration, and countertop heights were lowered to ensure accessibility for wheelchair users. Completed 2021.