# Juno Therapeutics in Seattle by Tangram Interiors
When Seattle-based biopharmaceutical company Juno Therapeutics set out to create their new headquarters, they needed more than just office space. They needed an environment that would support their mission to revolutionize cancer treatment through groundbreaking research and innovation.
Partnering with Tangram Interiors, Juno developed a comprehensive 195,000-square-foot workplace spanning nine floors. This project showcased the full capabilities of both Tangram Studio and Tangram Technology divisions, demonstrating how thoughtful design can align with corporate mission and culture.
## Designing for Innovation and Wellness
The collaboration between Tangram Interiors, Flad Architects, and Juno management resulted in a workspace specifically designed to maximize three critical elements: motivation, flexibility, and productivity. Rather than creating a standard corporate environment, the team focused on supporting the health and wellness of employees through every design decision.
The space planning prioritized both individual focus work and collaborative innovation. With cancer research requiring intense concentration alongside frequent team coordination, the design needed to accommodate both modes seamlessly.
## Scale and Functionality
The scope of this project reflects the complexity of modern pharmaceutical operations:
- **657 workstations** configured for various work styles and research needs - **8 vice president stations** designed for executive leadership - **5 private offices** for confidential work and focused tasks - **28 conference rooms** with integrated A/V technology - **50 conference tables and credenzas** supporting flexible meeting configurations - **22 kanban meeting tables** facilitating agile project management - **Comprehensive storage solutions** throughout the facility
## Technology Integration at Scale
One of the project's standout features was the seamless integration of technology throughout all nine floors. In pharmaceutical research, technology isn't just a convenience—it's essential infrastructure. The Tangram Technology division ensured that every conference room came equipped with advanced A/V capabilities, supporting everything from internal team meetings to critical presentations with regulatory bodies and research partners.
This technology integration extended beyond meeting rooms to create a connected workplace where research teams could collaborate effectively across departments and with external partners worldwide.
## Reinforcing Brand and Culture Through Design
Successful commercial design does more than organize space efficiently—it reinforces company culture and brand identity. For Juno Therapeutics, this meant creating an environment that reflected their commitment to scientific rigor while fostering the creativity and collaboration essential to breakthrough research.
The design team worked closely with Juno management to ensure that every design element, from furniture selection to spatial organization, supported the company's culture of innovation and their dedication to improving patient outcomes.
## Key Takeaways for Commercial Design
This project offers several important insights for commercial design professionals:
**Collaborative Design Process**: The success of this project stemmed from true collaboration between the design team, architects, and client management. This co-design approach ensures that the final result serves both functional needs and cultural objectives.
**Flexibility as Foundation**: With 50 conference tables and 22 kanban meeting tables, the design prioritized adaptable spaces that could evolve with changing project needs and team structures.
**Employee Wellness Integration**: Rather than treating wellness as an add-on, the design team incorporated health and wellness considerations into fundamental space planning and furniture selection decisions.
**Technology as Infrastructure**: The comprehensive A/V integration in 28 conference rooms demonstrates how modern workplaces must treat technology as essential infrastructure rather than optional enhancement.
The Juno Therapeutics headquarters project demonstrates how thoughtful commercial design can support complex organizational missions while creating environments where innovation thrives. For companies operating at the cutting edge of their industries, the workplace itself becomes a tool for achieving breakthrough results.
