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23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed) in Houston, TX
1020 Holcombe Blvd, Level 8, Houston, TX, 77030
23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed) is a renovation/alteration project at 1020 Holcombe Blvd, Level 8, Houston, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Feb 2027. The project has an estimated value of $4.7M across about 7,300 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $4.7M
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- Reported floor area
- 7,300 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $647/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 8 months
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24 days after the preceding date shown.
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23 days after the preceding date shown.
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226 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About 23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed)
The Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine - Discovery Tower project involves a $4,722,000 interior build-out on Level 8 of the 1020 Holcombe Blvd high-rise in Houston. The renovation covers 7,300 square feet of space within the existing 16-story structure. TDLR completed plan review in June 2026 and construction is scheduled to finish in February 2027, with work starting July 2026.
The scope of work focuses on transforming the eighth floor into a functional academic and administrative environment. The interior build-out includes private administrative offices, a breakroom, conference rooms, and storage areas. Restrooms and janitorial facilities are also being installed for the entire floor. The building is a sprinklered high-rise, and the project is classified as a Renovation/Alteration.
Ownership and Design
The Board of Regents of the Texas A&M University System is the owner of record for this project. Energy Architecture serves as the design firm of record. William T Winning is the registered accessibility specialist listed in the filing. The project involves public funds, public land, or is a Federally funded roadway project, indicating significant institutional backing.
This filing is part of a broader portfolio of projects associated with the owner and design firm. The Board of Regents has two other TDLR-registered projects totaling $59,400,000, including the Texas A&M Health Institute of Biosciences and Technology in Houston. Energy Architecture has six other registered projects totaling $64,203,735, ranging from the Central Utility Building in Houston to the Kirby Ice House in Plano and Irving. These figures demonstrate the scale of institutional and commercial work handled by these entities in the region.
Compared to other renovation and alteration filings in Harris County, this project stands out in cost and duration. The estimated cost is above the county median of $250,000 for similar work. The scheduled build window of 226 days is longer than the county median of 92 days. The cost per square foot is $647, which is above the county median of $80. These metrics reflect the complexity of fitting out a specific floor in a high-rise medical and educational facility.
The project is registered with TDLR, and the status is Review Complete. The address is in the 77030 ZIP code, where Census estimates indicate a population of about 12,976 and a median household income of $79,415. The area is characterized by a mix of institutional and residential uses, with housing mostly renter-occupied.
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23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed) is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 1020 Holcombe Blvd, Level 8, Houston, TX 77030 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $4.7M covering 7,300 sq ft. Board of Regents Texas A&M University System is the property owner and Energy Architecture is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on May 29, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of the Discovery Tower renovation?
TDLR completed plan review in June 2026. Construction started in July 2026 and is scheduled to finish in February 2027. The project status is listed as Review Complete.
Who owns and designed this project?
The owner is the Board of Regents of the Texas A&M University System. Energy Architecture is the design firm. William T Winning is the registered accessibility specialist.
What rooms are included in the Level 8 build-out?
The scope includes administrative private offices, a breakroom, conference rooms, storage, restrooms, and janitorial facilities for the entire floor.
How does this project cost compare to Harris County averages?
The $4,722,000 cost is above the county median of $250,000. The $647 per square foot cost is above the county median of $80. The build window is longer than the median.
What is 23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed)?
23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed) is a renovation/alteration project at 1020 Holcombe Blvd, Level 8 in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Interior Build-out of an existing multistory (16 floors) high rise sprinklered building on level 8. A majority of floor build-out includes administrative private offices, breakroom, conference and storage. Restrooms and janitor for entir…
Is 23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed) open in Houston?
23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed) is still under construction in Houston, TX, with an estimated completion of Feb 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is 23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed) located?
23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed) is located at 1020 Holcombe Blvd, Level 8, Houston, TX, 77030, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of 23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed)?
Board of Regents Texas A&M University System is the property owner/developer of record for 23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed), per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for 23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed)?
Energy Architecture is the design firm of record for 23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed), according to its TDLR filing.
How much does 23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed) cost and how big is it?
23.3320 Alkek IBT Building Lab Expansion Renovation & Enmed Build-out (L8 Enmed) has an estimated construction value of $4.7M and approximately 7,300 square feet (about $647/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Interior Build-out of an existing multistory (16 floors) high rise sprinklered building on level 8. A majority of floor build-out includes administrative private offices, breakroom, conference and storage. Restrooms and janitor for entire floor use.
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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1020 Holcombe Blvd, Level 8, Houston, TX, 77030
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