Forward Looking Headquarters

by Stacy Rinella | November 14, 2023 11:18 am

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In Wilmington, Mass., a modest manufacturing site underwent a remarkable transformation into a campus worthy of becoming Analog Devices Inc.’s global headquarters. This shift required a comprehensive master plan that embodied the company’s brand, technology, leadership, and sustainability commitment.

The project, completed in spring 2021, introduced two new buildings—and the incorporation of metal finishes added to the high-tech pallet of materials—that were meticulously designed to facilitate advanced technology research and inspire their innovative team members.

The $62.5 million engineering, research, and manufacturing building comprises three stories, encompassing 16,258 m² (175,000 sf). Within its premises, one can find support offices, meeting environments, and research laboratories.

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At a cost of $38.6 million, the 4,645 m² (50,000 sf) Community Hub and Welcome Center is the centerpiece of the campus, affectionately referred to as “The Hub.” It was designed to transform the campus into a new world headquarters. The strategic placement of the building allows seamless connectivity to existing and future structures through pedestrian bridges. Serving as both a welcoming hub for all campus visitors and a secure check-in point, the basement houses a substantial fitness center, while the second-floor features connecting bridges, a 90-seat auditorium, private meeting rooms, and open meeting areas. The third floor boasts a sprawling 1,579 m² (17,000 sf) roof deck. A Community Forum space connects the first and second floors, creating a theater-like space capable of accommodating up to 750 people for all-employee meetings.

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Why metal?

Using metal finishes proved to be a sound decision for multiple reasons. Firstly, the aesthetic appeal of these metallic finishes significantly enhanced the overall architectural design of the buildings. Secondly, the durability of the metal panels assured low-maintenance and long-lasting visual appeal for the structures over many decades. Additionally, opting for metal panels was a cost-effective solution that effectively aligned with and helped realize the project’s objectives.

Architect: Baker Design Group Inc., Wellesley, Mass., www.bdg-inc.com

General contractor: Lee Kennedy Co., Quincy, Mass., www.leekennedy.com

Metal installer/ACM fabricator: Sunrise Erectors Inc., Canton, Mass.,
http://sunriseerectors.com

Metal wall panels: Morin Corp., a Kingspan Group company, Bristol, Conn., www.morincorp.com

Expanded metal: AMICO, Birmingham, Ala., amicoglobal.com

ACM: Vitrabond ACM from Fairview Architectural, Bloomfield, Conn.,
https://fairview-na.com

Soffit panels: Longboard Architectural Products, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada, https://longboardproducts.com

Source URL: https://www.metalarchitecture.com/articles/features/forward-looking-headquarters/

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