Coming Soon: HydroLab

The world's first full-scale demonstration of Facade-Integrated Mechanical Systems

Featuring:

HydroWall

for new construction

HydroShell

for retrofits

Rendering of the two-story HydroLab demonstration building

Opening Fall 2026
Location: Albany, NY

HydroLab will be the first full-scale, operational demonstration of HST's patented facade-integrated HVAC technologies. The two-story building will showcase the HydroWall HVAC system for new construction on one side, and the HydroShell system for retrofits on the other.

The first floor will have a clean finished interior while the second floor will leave interior finishes out so that visitors can see the 'guts' of the system. Visitors will experience firsthand how the system is installed, operated, maintained, and performs. The entire construction process will be thoroughly documented so that it can be optimized and replicated on future projects.

HydroLab will demonstrate that facade-integrated mechanical systems are practical, economical, and scalable. It will also serve as a testbed for the development of new product features and capabilities. We'll be welcoming visitors both during and after construction.

List of HydroLab project funders, sponsors, and project team