In this episode, host Jim Wilson sits down with Mary Georgious and Liam Brown at McCallum-Sather Architects to explore their forward-thinking approach to sustainable, integrated design in the life sciences sector. Mary and Liam share how their architectural and mechanical engineering expertise come together to shape high-performance lab environments. They discuss the importance of collaboration, adaptability, and user-centered planning—especially when transforming aging facilities into modern research spaces. Their work on the University of Waterloo’s Earth Sciences and Chemistry complex offers a compelling look at the opportunities and challenges of renovating existing buildings to meet today’s scientific and environmental standards.