Project Data:

Completion Date:     4/1/2022

Square Footage:      102000

Building Use:           Office

Project Description:

In 2018 Laserfiche, the foremost SaaS provider of intelligent con­tent management and business process automation, commissioned to our team to reflect the company’s vision of reimagining how technology can transform lives by designing a new state-of-the-art global headquarters. Its construction during the pandemic not only symbolizes the company's status as one of Long Beach's most innovative businesses, but also demonstrates the vibrant nature of creative offices today: It exemplifies the future workplace that is more efficient, flexible, and sustainable. The design team implemented ideas from Laser­fiche’s products into the design of the building, ultimately making work more efficient and enhancing quality of life for the company’s employees. Additionally, the project uses an underutilized site originally designed for oil extraction in a more sustainable way.

On Long Beach Boulevard near the San Diego Freeway, the Mid-Century-Modern-inspired 102,000 sq ft landmark will be visible to over a half a million motorists daily. The new headquarters accommodates to the company’s rapid growth, with employees projected to double from 300 to 600 by 2025.

Architecturally, the new building responds to a “garden office” designed by Mid-Century Modern architect Ed Killingsworth. That iconic landmark sits across the street from the new project, its scale and style a design reference point. In response the massing of the project is turned 90 degrees and then stepped back at the upper floors to relate to the scale of the garden office. The upper floors then slide to shade the building on the south face and create decks on the north face for socializing and connecting to nature via treetops and mountain views.

The interior spaces create a hierarchy, catering experiences in public spaces towards guests by informing them about the Laserfiche story and legacy and private spaces toward employees, providing a variety of work settings. Natural wood, stone and concrete paired with the brand color of dark blue and distinctive orange guide and define the palette to support various work environments available to all staff. Taking cues from the core and shell building, the interior architecture and design takes advantage of the expansive open floor plates by utilizing an open office configuration along the interior perimeter with offices inset for maximum daylight distribution. By incorporating WELL building principals with thoughtful design, the team aims to positively influence the way Laserfiche employees experience their workplace.

Firm Name:              RDC-S111

Completion Date:     4/1/2022

Square Footage:      102000

Building Use:           Office

Location:                 Long Beach, California

Project Description:
Design for Well-being
As proponents of a healthy evolving workplace, the company has embraced a design that facilitates new ways of working that are versatile and flexible for a hybrid office. Each floor features individual work areas, large and small conference spaces and expansive flex areas that can physically change daily with mobile furniture to promote collaboration and an innovative setting. The conveniently located wide and naturally lit stairwells that connect all levels, are inviting passageways that encourage use to promote health and wellness. Staff proudly share that they attain their walking goals while at work.

Design for Well-being, Design for Integration
Laserfiche is targeting LEED Platinum Certification and WELL Gold Certification. The headquarters followed the principles of biophilic design, to increase occupant connectivity to the natural environment. This is achieved with multiple outdoor areas, views to the ocean, mountains and dense tree canopy and the integration of natural light. The building was designed to maximize access to natural light while reducing glare and heat absorption. Vertical and horizontal fins increase energy efficiency and promote thermal comfort by providing solar shading to the building. All employees will have access to natural light at their workstation. The design also considers water consumption and rainwater retention, as well as energy uses, air quality and ventilation.

Design for Change
The 4-story parking garage includes 16 electronic vehicle charging stations, 19 carpool and two vanpool parking spots, plus a bike kitchen with repair tools and an air compressor for 52 bike parking spaces. As one of the nation’s most bike-friendly cities, employees are encouraged to bike to work in lieu of driving.

Design Architect:
Studio One Eleven (Architecture), RDC (Interiors)

Associate Architect or Firm:
N/A

Landscape Architect:
SALT

Owner / Developer:
Laserfiche Enterprise Content Management

Engineer:
Southland Engineering (MEP Engineer),
Structural Focus (Structural engineering),
Walden & Associates (Civil Engineering)

General Contractor:
Millie & Severson

Consultant:
Urbana Development (Project Management)
HLB Lighting (Lighting Design)

Photographer:
Paul Vu