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Gulf Coast Engineering Research Station (New Building)





Project Overview:
The Gulf Coast Engineering Research Station project will construct a two-story, 21,000-square-foot building that will provide research laboratories, large meeting spaces and private offices. Outdoor gathering spaces will be constructed on both stories of the south elevation overlooking Terry Cove. The building will be constructed to greatly improve the structure's ability to withstand significant windstorms.

Client:
College Of Engineering - Samuel Ginn

Targeted Timeline:

Jan
2026
Apr
Jul
Oct
Jan
Apr
Jul
Oct
2027
Jan
2025
Bid Date
Board Approval
Nov 15
Construction Begins
Construction Ends
Building Opens
Dates are subject to change. The Construction Contact can answer any questions regarding this timeline.

Estimated Construction
Summer 2025 - Summer 2026

Board Approved Budget
$14 M

Square Footage
21,000

Primary Use
ACADEMIC

Design Contact
Matthew Wagner
mhw0007@auburn.edu

Construction Contact
Nikki Washington
cmw0174@auburn.edu

Media Contact
Martha Gentry
barkemg@auburn.edu