Alexandria Real Estate Equities
Driving Innovation and Collaboration: Tangram Interiors' Partnership with Alexandria Real Estate Equities
Understanding what drives the need for change
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, a prominent provider of specialized real estate solutions for the life science and technology industries, recognized that their La Jolla office spaces needed to evolve beyond traditional workplace design. The company understood that to attract and retain top talent in the highly competitive life science sector, their work environment needed to actively foster the innovation, collaboration, and adaptability that define successful technology companies.
The existing office configuration wasn't supporting the dynamic nature of their business or the collaborative spirit essential to breakthrough thinking. Alexandria needed spaces that could flex with their teams' changing needs while creating an atmosphere that would inspire creativity and cross-functional partnership. Most importantly, they wanted their physical environment to reflect their mission of driving innovation in the life sciences, creating a workplace that would position them as an industry leader in employee experience.
How we brought the vision to life
The transformation began with extensive consultations between Tangram Interiors and Alexandria's leadership team, diving deep into the company's vision, operational requirements, and cultural aspirations. This discovery process revealed the need for a design strategy centered on flexibility and human-centered design, ensuring every element would support both individual productivity and team collaboration.
The design solution embraced open-plan layouts that broke down traditional departmental silos, paired with adaptable furniture systems that could be reconfigured as projects and teams evolved. Multi-purpose areas were strategically placed to encourage spontaneous interactions and planned collaborations alike. Throughout the space, the design team prioritized employee wellness by selecting ergonomic furniture, maximizing natural light penetration, and incorporating biophilic elements that brought nature indoors. This holistic approach created an environment where the physical space actively supported both the work being done and the people doing it.
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