Dan Watch

Principal, Science and Technology, Atlanta
Perkins&Will

Remarkably, Dan educated himself about designing research spaces. He published his first of four books on the topic in 2001.

A global leader in laboratory design, Dan is clearly passionate about all things research. Dan has designed over 12 million square feet of laboratory research and science buildings on four continents and won six international design competitions – all while advocating for sustainability and teaching the next generation. Dan has been responsible for the design of some of the most significant laboratory facilities globally.

Through constant research, Dan provides the latest trends and design solutions for clients of government, private sector, and academic research laboratories. Dan believes that design plays a vital role in improving the quality of our lives, and explains his architecture and planning approach as “original, skillful and affordable”.