The occupancy of scientists and scholars at Genentech Hall in January 2003 heralds the advent of UCSF Mission Bay, which will be built in phases over the next 15 to 20 years. Here is a current synopsis of the first phase of projects at the 43-acre teaching and research campus.

PROJECT: Genentech Hall
Genentech Hall (24A/B), a five occupied-story, 434,000-gross-square-foot biomedical research facility, broke ground in October 1999 and was completed in October 2002. Scientists began moving into the building in January 2003 and will continue to move in through May 2003.

Designed as a model for interactive research, the $223 million research building will contain programs in structural and chemical biology and molecular, cell and developmental biology, as well as the Molecular Design Institute and the Center for Advanced Technology. The building features an interaction staircase, indoor conference room, outdoor amphitheater, a library and a café, that will open in June 2003.

Project Manager: Russ Akre, UCSF Facilities Management
Construction Management: Turner Construction Co.
Architects: Smith Group/ZGF
Contractor: Clark Construction
Building Manager: Millicent Cooper, UCSF Facilities Management
Assistant Building Manager: Patricia McMahon, UCSF Facilities Management
Chief Engineer: Bruno Cekovic
Relocation Coordinator: Tom Hochmuth, UCSF Facilities Management

PROJECT: Developmental Biology and Genetics Building
The Genetics, Development and Behavioral Sciences building (19B) contains programs in genetics, development and behavioral sciences and the Center for Brain Development. Assignable square footage is 108,030; gross square footage is 170,965.

Construction of the $89 million building began in August 2001 and will continue until October 2003. Occupancy is targeted for late 2003.

Project Manager: Olivier Pieron, Cambridge CM
Planner: Allan Long, Campus Planning
Construction Manager: Cambridge CM
Architects: Flad & Associates with Cesar Pelli
Contractor: Gilbane Building Company

PROJECT: The Campus Community Center
The Campus Community Center (21B) is a four-story cultural, educational, social and recreational facility measuring 155,833 gross square feet with 106,716 assignable square feet. The $69 million building will house a fitness complex, conference center, assembly room, a pub and full-service kitchens and services, student services and an activity center.

Construction of the community center began in November 2002 and is expected to be completed in August 2004. Occupancy will begin in October 2004.

Project Manager: Debra Marinozzi, UCSF Facilities Management
Planner: Judy DeReus, Campus Planning
Construction Manager: Turner Construction Co.
Architects: MBT and Legoretta+Legoretta
Contractor: Hensel Phelps Construction Company

PROJECT: The California Institute for Quantitative Biomedical Research or QB3
The QB3 building (24C) contains 152,718 gross square feet with 94,144 assignable square footage and will serve as the headquarters of the institute, which is being led by UCSF in partnership with UC Berkeley and UC Santa Cruz.

Total project costs are estimated at $100 million. Construction started in July 2002 and will be completed in November 2004. Occupancy is targeted for December 2004.

Project Manager: Olivier Pieron, Cambridge CM
Planner: Allan Long
Construction Manager: Turner Construction Co.
Architects: Bohlin Cywinski Jackson (BCJ)
Contractor: Swinerton Builders

PROJECT: Landscaping,
Landscaping plans for the first phase call for developing a 3.2-acre green area called the Koret Quad as well as hardscape, grading, drainage, irrigation, signage and furnishings around the green, the Plaza and areas surrounding several buildings. Seating is expected to be installed in late fall 2003.

The entire landscaping project involves 23 acres. The projected total budget is $12.9 million. Construction began in September 2002 and will continue until October 2004.

Project Manager: Lisa Henderson, UCSF Facilities Management
Planner: Judy DeReus, Campus Planning
Construction Manager: URS Construction Service
Architects: Peter Walker and Partners
Contractor: Valley Crest

PROJECT: Interim Surface Parking
During construction of UCSF Mission Bay, interim surface parking lots will be available on Blocks 23, 17 and 25 (to be completed in that order).

By January 2003, 544 surface parking spaces are currently available for those who purchase campus parking permits.

Project Manager: Todd Cockburn
Construction Manager: URS Construction Service
Engineer: Harding ESE
Contractor: To be determined

PROJECT: Parking Structure
The parking garage (21A) is an eight-level structure for 600 cars with a two-story office wing for Parking and Transportation and UC Police. The parking garage is 195,642 gross square feet and the office wing is 2,551 gross square feet. Current budget is $16 million.

Constructed simultaneously with the Community Center, the parking structure is expected to open in September 2004.

Project Manager: Debra Marinozzi, UCSF Facilities Management
Construction Manager: Turner Construction Co.

PROJECT: Mixed-Use Housing Development
The Mission Bay housing project (20) is a 421,370 gross-square-foot building to accommodate more than 750 students, postdoctoral scholars and their families. The complex includes 431 apartments, retail space and developed outdoor space.

The total cost is estimated at $112.8 million. Construction will begin in June 2003 and will be completed in June 2005. Full occupancy is anticipated in October 2005.

Project Manager: Henry Martinez, UCSF Facilities Management
Planner: Judy DeReus, Campus Planning
Construction Manager: To be determined
Architects: Skidmore, Owings & Merrell LLP

PROJECT: Phase 1 Utilities and Civil Work Infrastructure
Infrastructure improvements consist of several civil and utility (electrical, gas, water, sewer, telecommunication) projects including the surcharge operation, construction of utilities along 5th, 14th, 15th, 16th and Owens streets and development of interim parking lots.

Construction began in January 2002 and was completed in March 2002. The total budget is $18.9 million.

Project Manager: Todd Cockburn, Consultant
Planner: Michelle Schaefer, Campus Planning
Engineer: Harding ESE
Contractor: Stoloski & Gonzalez, Inc.

Source: UCSF Facilities Management

Last updated April 11, 2005

First Phase of UCSF Mission Bay
Design and graphics based on work by Machado & Silvetti Associates with Gordon H. Chong and Partners, a joint venture in association with the Olin Partnership. October 2002.

Genentech Hall

Genentech Hall (24A/B), a five occupied-story, 434,000-gross-square-foot biomedical research facility, broke ground in October 1999 and was completed in October 2002. Scientists began moving into the building in January 2003 and will continue to move in through May 2003. Designed as a model for interactive research, the $223 million research building will contain programs in structural and chemical biology and molecular, cell and developmental biology, as well as the Molecular Design Institute and the Center for Advanced Technology. The building features an atrium, outdoor amphitheater, a library and café, which will open in June 2003. Photo by Kaz Tsuruta.

The Genetics, Development and Behavioral Sciences building (19B) contains programs in genetics, development and behavioral sciences and the Center for Brain Development. Assignable square footage is 108,030; gross square footage is 170,965. Construction of the $89 million building began in August 2001 and will continue until August 2003. Occupancy is targeted for late 2003. World-famous architect Cesar Pelli worked with Flad & Associates.

Designed by world-famous architect Ricardo Legoretta, the Campus Community Center (21B) is a four-story cultural, educational, social and recreational building to be the hub of campus activities. The facility measures 155,833 gross square feet with 106,716 assignable square feet. The $69 million building will house a fitness complex, conference center, assembly room, a pub and full-service kitchens and services, student services and an activity center. Construction of the community center began in November 2002 and is expected to be completed in October 2004. Occupancy will begin in October 2004.

The California Institute for Quantitative Biomedical Research or QB3 contains 152,718 gross square feet and 94,144 assignable square feet. This building will serve as headquarters of the institute, which is being led by UCSF in partnership with UC Berkeley and UC Santa Cruz. Total project costs are estimated at $100 million. Construction started in July 2002 and will be completed in September 2004. Occupancy is targeted for November 2004. This architectural rendering is done by Ionic Studios.