Projects
Texas State University STEM Building
San Marcos, TX
The Texas State University STEM Life Sciences Building will add 170,000 square feet of cutting-edge academic and research space to support the university’s goal of achieving R1 National Research University status. With a clear focus on both instruction and innovation, the facility is designed to enhance the university’s capacity for scientific discovery, student success, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The building site features a significant 50-foot slope from east to west, with a 40-foot rise from north to south. PGAL and design partner Ayers Saint Gross embraced these topographical conditions to create a facility that accommodates multiple entry points across several levels. This strategy improves circulation and supports roughly 2,000 students navigating class transitions each day.
The new facility will house a variety of instructional spaces, laboratories, and adaptable environments designed for different learning styles. The exterior form reflects the aesthetic character of the Texas State campus, while the interior spaces emphasize clarity, connection, and human-centered design.