The recently completed South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) is set to attract the world's best talent in medical research - our cover story reveals how the engineering design elements contribute to these aspirations. Also in this edition, Chair of the World Green Building Council Bruce Kerswill talks to Lifecycle about the challenges of green buildings in developing countries, Tony Arnel provides commentary on the benefits of modular construction and Sarah Thomas reveals reflects on her recent volunteering in Cambodia.