Trevor Calarco, AIA, LEED AP

Science & Technology Practice Leader

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As a math and science whiz kid growing up, Trevor was touring an outdated and run-down research space at a university he was considering, and he couldn’t picture himself working day in and day out in that kind of environment. 

Luckily, Trevor found his passion for architecture and has dedicated his two-decade career to creating science spaces that encourage prospective and current students to be “wowed” rather than intimidated or underwhelmed. Trevor prides himself as the problem solver on projects. From planning to design to delivery, his technical knowledge and data-first approach make him an invaluable team member. As a seasoned laboratory planner, he has worked with researchers, students and administrators to design a better future for science on their campus. Trevor has led countless successful collaborations between key stakeholders and the design team, culminating in creative solutions unique to clients' culture, values and project requirements.

A few clients and collaborators

  • Washington University School of Medicine at St. Louis
  • McGill University
  • University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • University of Kansas 
  • Louisiana State University

Expertise

  • Data-led master planning
  • Complex university research environments
  • Uniting key stakeholders

Pursuits

  • Winning a Lab of the Year award
  • Parent to two spectacular young adults
  • Tinkerer and continuous DIY’er