Projects: Lab

National Institute of Health, Building 10

E-Wing Renovation transforms a historic facility into a modern hub for advanced medicine.

Installation Details

The NIH Building 10 E Wing renovation transformed a historic 16-story facility into a modern hub for advanced medical research and training. With updated casework, fume hoods, sterilizers, and other specialized equipment, the project was designed to meet the demands of a high-performance environment where both students and researchers work side by side. In spaces like these, every detail contributes to the success of education and discovery—including the seating that supports users through long hours of complex tasks.

Quality lab-grade seating plays a critical role in higher education settings, where ergonomics, durability, and adaptability directly affect both learning outcomes and research productivity. Students and trainees need chairs that provide comfort and adjustability as they rotate between teaching labs and collaborative spaces, while researchers require cleanable, long-lasting seating built to withstand daily use. By integrating seating designed for safety and performance, projects like NIH’s Building 10 not only modernize infrastructure but also create an environment where the next generation of scientists can focus on innovation without distraction or discomfort.

Cramer installed 87 Helix Desk Height chairs in Citrine and 70 Helix High-Height in Citrine.

Fast Fact #1

157 Helix chairs in Citrine

Fast Fact #2

A+D: Perkins + Will

Fast Fact #3

2,500,000 sq/ft facility

Why Helix for shared lab spaces:

  • Frameless Back™ adapts organically to each sitter
  • Seamless i+™ Polyurethane cushions resist contaminants 
  • One-touch adjustment ensures a fast, personal fit

  • ISO-Class 4 Cleanroom certified
  • Chemical resistant
  • Available in desk, desk-to-counter and high heights
  • SCS Gold® clean air certified
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Explore how Helix lab seating performs in high-demand environments, where every detail matters.

University Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Mercy Surgical Services

Product: Helix
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University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Products: Citrus, Helix
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University of Missouri

Product: Helix
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Ohio University – Russ College of Engineering + Tech

Product: Helix
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