<p>Resulting from a space program concept plan prepared by Ballinger in 2002, a new teaching and research facility replaces Temple University's original 1933 medical school building. The new facility houses nearly 200,000 SF of biomedical research space, core imaging facilities, vivarium, teaching space, and a health sciences library and promotes a progressive image for the medical school on one of Philadelphia's major intercity arterials. Circulation is organized around the heart of the building, a central commons space, to maximize interaction among faculty and students. The three-story, day-lit, multi-use commons serves as the major public area, accommodating 600 to 800-seat ceremonies. The commons, library, large auditoria and entry create a "symphony of public spaces" that are welcoming, engaging and conducive to learning, interaction and collaboration. </p>

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