Global design firm Ware Malcomb announced the completion of the initial phase of a new Edged data center and office space project located west of Chicago in Aurora, IL. Ware Malcomb provided architecture and interior design services for the new 19,509 m2 (210,000 sf) building, situated on a 26 ha (65-acre) campus site that will ultimately feature 96MW of capacity powered by renewable energy.
Edged, the fast-growing sustainable infrastructure provider, celebrated a major milestone yesterday with the grand opening of its new ultra-efficient data center in Aurora, Illinois, The Edged campus project is developed by Seefried Industrial Properties, a privately owned, nationally recognized leader in industrial real estate, with over four decades of development, leasing and management experience in core markets throughout the U.S.
“The Edged data center project showcases a forward-thinking approach to technology, innovation, and environmental stewardship,” said Jason Golub, Regional Director, Ware Malcomb. “Our team worked closely with client, contractor, and consultants to refine the client’s initial prototype drawing, resulting in a code-compliant, permit-ready design that remained sensitive to the local jurisdiction’s aesthetic preferences.”
The Edged Chicago campus was designed to be a model for modern engineering and sustainable infrastructure initiatives and uses significantly less energy than traditional data centers. Among the campus features are an innovative waterless cooling technology that ensures operational efficiency while setting a new industry standard for Power Usage Effectiveness with an average PUE of 1.15 portfolio wide. Other sustainable site highlights will include on-site solar generation, EV charge points, and alternative fuel-powered backup generators.
The building interior can accommodate colocation of multiple tenants and includes 1,207 m2 (13,000 sf) of office area, comprising a lobby, conference room, and break room. The exterior design features a distinctive glass façade on the north and south sides, added at the request of the city to enhance visual appeal along the adjacent tollway.
