Episode 5 – Tod Williams and Billie Tsien: The Architecture of a Science Institute

Science Changing Life

Tod Williams and Billie Tsien are the architects responsible for designing what was formerly the Neurosciences Institute (NSI); the buildings now make up the Hazen Campus and serve as the focal point of The Scripps Research Institute. Listen as we talk about the history of the build, common motifs for all science buildings and the importance of afternoon tea. Show notes: Tod Williams and Billie Tsien bios http://www.twbta.com/studio/people/tod-williams-billie-tsien Project Images of the building complex http://www.twbta.com/6675 2017 LongHouse Award https://www.archdaily.com/805628/tod-williams-plus-billie-tsien-win-2017-longhouse-award-discuss-design-ideas-for-obama-presidential-library 2013 National Medal of Arts Award https://www.arts.gov/honors/medals/billie-tsien-and-tod-williams In memoriam: Gerald Edelman https://www.scripps.edu/newsandviews/e_20140602/edelman.html