In the heart of Caltech's campus, Lehrer Architects transformed the elite Keck Institute for Space Studies into a combination of history and modernity. This project, a recipient of multiple industry awards for sustainability and excellence in design, not only provides physical space but also establishes a profound sense of place, production, and purpose for the astrophysics think tank and meeting room for Caltech's Board of Trustees. The existing Mission-style structure, originally faculty housing, underwent meticulous restoration to become offices and meeting rooms. The new building features hyper-functionality, robust natural light, and fluid indoor/outdoor workability. A loggia serves as a transitional element, connecting old and new structures with similar paving stones and a whiteboard a hundred feet long.